Cattier: meaning, definitions and examples
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cattier
[ หkรฆt.i.ษr ]
comparative adjective
Cattier is a comparative form of the word 'catty', which describes behavior that is subtly or indirectly hurtful, often in a spiteful or malicious way. It refers to a tendency toward backbiting or gossiping, especially among women.
Synonyms
cutting, malicious, mean, sardonic, spiteful.
Examples of usage
- She made a cattier remark than usual.
- Their cattier comments led to an awkward situation.
- He couldn't believe how cattier she had become at the reunion.
Translations
Translations of the word "cattier" in other languages:
๐ต๐น cattier
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคเคฟเคฏเคฐ
๐ฉ๐ช Cattier
๐ฎ๐ฉ cattier
๐บ๐ฆ ะบะฐัััั
๐ต๐ฑ cattier
๐ฏ๐ต ใซใใฃใจ
๐ซ๐ท cattier
๐ช๐ธ cattier
๐น๐ท cattier
๐ฐ๐ท ์นดํฐ์
๐ธ๐ฆ ูุงุชููุฑ
๐จ๐ฟ cattier
๐ธ๐ฐ cattier
๐จ๐ณ ๅกๅ ค่ถ
๐ธ๐ฎ cattier
๐ฎ๐ธ cattier
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะบะฐัะธะตั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแขแแแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ cattier
๐ฒ๐ฝ cattier
Etymology
The word 'cattier' derives from the adjective 'catty', which is believed to have originated from the characteristic behavior of cats, particularly their perceived tendency to be aloof and independent. The term gained traction in the mid-20th century as a colloquial way to describe a certain type of behavior among women, often seen as gossiping or unkindly remarks disguised as playful banter. The comparative form 'cattier' emerged as a way to describe a greater degree of this behavior. 'Catty' itself has roots in the word 'cat', which has long been associated with femininity and independence in various cultures. As society's views on gender dynamics have evolved, the usage of 'cattier' reflects changes in how we perceive and label interpersonal competition and conflict, especially among women.