very mean

Frequency: 8.830.2 per million words

Used to emphasize the high degree of unkindness.

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Examples (10)

  • She's very mean with her money.
  • It was very mean of him to say that to her.
  • Don't be very mean to your little brother.
  • His remarks were very mean and uncalled for.
  • The children thought the old man was very mean because he never shared his sweets.
  • She felt it was very mean that they excluded him from the game.
  • Although he seems tough, he isn't very mean deep down.
  • My boss can be very mean when he's under pressure.
  • To refuse help to someone in need is a very mean act.
  • The critics were very mean about her latest performance.