What is the answer to "Spiteful"?

The most common answer is MEAN. However, there are 2 possible answers to this clue.

When was this clue last used?

This clue was most recently seen in 2024, and first appeared in 2023.

How difficult is this clue?

We rate this clue as Medium difficulty.

Spiteful Crossword Clue Answer

Stuck on Spiteful? The answer is 4 letters and was featured in the September 26, 2025 LA Times crossword. Get the solution here.

Spiteful Crossword Answer

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Hints

Hint 1 meaning

Hint 2 anagram

Hint 3 other answers

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Spiteful Crossword Clue FAQ

What is the 4-letter answer to "Spiteful" crossword clue?

The answer to the "Spiteful" crossword clue is MEAN. This answer contains 4 letters and was confirmed in the LA Times puzzle.

Which crossword used "Spiteful" clue?

This crossword clue most recently appeared in the LA Times puzzle on September 26, 2025. Daily crossword puzzles often reuse popular clues, so this clue may appear again in future puzzles from the same publication or others.

What are other answers for "Spiteful" crossword?

While MEAN is the answer for this specific puzzle, historical data shows this clue has been used with other answers in different puzzles: CATTY. The answer can vary depending on the puzzle constructor and publication.

What is the meaning of MEAN?

The word MEAN means: mean or intend to express or convey. This definition provides context for why it fits the crossword clue "Spiteful".