rachsüchtig
vengeful, vindictive
adjective RAKH-zuekh-tikh Rare
Usage Note
Rachsüchtig means 'addicted to revenge' — the Sucht (craving) element suggests the desire is compulsive. It is always negative and fairly strong; used in character descriptions, thrillers, and legal contexts.
Examples
"Ein rachsüchtiger Ex-Partner kann gefährlich werden."
Natural Translation
A vindictive ex-partner can become dangerous.
Literal Translation
A vengeful ex-partner can dangerous become.

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