noun
- spiteful or malicious behavior, especially involving petty criticism or gossip
Usage: informal
Examples
- The cattiness between the two coworkers made the office atmosphere uncomfortable.
- Her cattiness toward new employees was well-known throughout the department.
- I was surprised by the cattiness of her comments about my presentation.
- The reality show thrived on the cattiness and drama between contestants.
- She tried to avoid the cattiness of high school social groups.
- His cattiness came out whenever he felt threatened or insecure.