Synonyms for vindictive

Adjective

1. revengeful, vindictive, vengeful, unforgiving (vs. forgiving)

usage: disposed to seek revenge or intended for revenge; "more vindictive than jealous love"- Shakespeare; "punishments...essentially vindictive in their nature"- M.R.Cohen

2. despiteful, spiteful, vindictive, malicious (vs. unmalicious)

usage: showing malicious ill will and a desire to hurt; motivated by spite; "a despiteful fiend"; "a truly spiteful child"; "a vindictive man will look for occasions for resentment"