Synonyms for

Catty

Verb / ˈkæti: / Another word for catty — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

relating to or resembling a cat; spiteful or gossipy

Synonyms & similar words

bitchy cattie cattish snide malicious bitchy gossipy backbiting slanderous sneaky sly devious cunning wily tricky crafty treacherous two-faced duplicitous deceitful dishonest insincere false

Example sentences

  1. Sarah was being catty when she spread rumors about her friend.
  2. The cat's movements were catty and graceful.
  3. I don't like to be around people who act catty.
  4. She made a catty remark about my outfit.
  5. My sister can be very catty when she's in a bad mood.

Quotes

  • A catty remark can be hurtful, but sometimes it's just what you need to hear.
  • Cats are like catty people; they can be graceful and loving one minute, and spiteful and cruel the next.
  • Catty behavior only makes the situation worse.

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