English word vindictiveness comes from English -ness, English vindictive
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| -ness | English (eng) | Appended to adjectives to form nouns meaning "the state of being(the adjective)", "the quality of being(the adjective)", or "the measure of being(the adjective)".. Appended to words of other parts of speech to form nouns (often nonce words or terms in philosophy) meaning the state/quality/measure of the idea represented by these words. |
| vindictive | English (eng) | (obsolete) punitive. Having a tendency to seek revenge when wronged, vengeful. |
| vindictiveness | English (eng) | A malevolent desire for revenge.. The condition of being vindictive. |