A catty woman is just another name for an adult female bully. ‘Want to know the signs of a catty woman? Here are all the tell-tale indicators that you need to know about.

A catty woman can sometimes be very seductive. It is that seductiveness that lures unsuspecting people into relationships and friendships with her.

In this post, you will learn all the signs of a catty woman so that you can better protect yourself against her.

Once you learn these indicators, you will be able to spot her. Then, you will be able to avoid her like the plague.

This post will give you all the signs of a catty woman so that you can spot her and avoid her to protect yourself from female bullying.

Signs of a Catty Woman

Females aren’t as open with their evil as males. A catty woman is seductive and sneaky. She bullies on the down low, which is why she’s hard to detect. Luckily for you, there are signs you can look out for if you know what to look for.

So, without further ado, here are all the traits you need to watch for.

1. Dirty Looks

These kinds of women and girls will smile in your face. They will pour on the insincere compliments. Then, as you turn your back, you may notice those split-second micro-flashes of hate when she thinks you aren’t looking.

Moreover, you will see these things out of the corner of your eye. However, this happens so quickly that it’s easy to overlook. When you see this, you may wonder, “Did I see her give me a dirty look, or am I imagining things?”

Um, no, sweetie, you aren’t imagining things. Chances are that she did. Therefore, don’t ignore this.

You don’t necessarily need to confront her on it right away because she will convincingly spin it against you. However, do be aware. Keep your distance quietly, and that should be enough to protect yourself.

2. Signs of a Catty Woman:

Passive-aggressive Behavior

Catty women are often very passive-aggressive. Examples of passive-aggression include the silent treatment. Also, if you throw a party and give her the starting time, she may intentionally show up late.

Being bullied by someone who is passive-aggressive is the most demeaning and humiliating experience. When these types of women insult you, they’re slick about it.

They catch you off guard. They taunt you in such a way that you may have difficulty figuring out who it’s aimed at. Sometimes, you don’t even know it’s directed at you. That is, until it’s way too late for you to deliver a good comeback.

Why? Because the bully may not necessarily address it to you. Instead, they’ll tell it to everyone else around you… right in front of you. 

However, they’ll do it in a way that leaves you in doubt. You will question yourself.

• “Am I hearing this correctly?”
• “Is this creep talking to me without saying it directly to me?

You don’t want to look foolish if someone is talking about someone else rather than you. However, your gut is nagging the hell out of you.

And while you may not be sure, you can bet that bystanders and witnesses nearby immediately know who the covert nastiness is meant for. It’s funny how we tend to see so much clearly from the outside.

What you just experienced is called a sneak-diss.

sneak-dissing.

 Sneak dissing is a form of attack where a passive-aggressive bully talks about someone without mentioning their name.

What’s so terrible about sneak dissing is that the stealthy insults are usually hurled at you in front of an audience. They can quickly fly over your head. And you end up looking weak and like a clueless idiot for not catching it in time.

And even though the bully’s words are vague and unclear, they will still nibble at your self-esteem. They will take a chunk out of your confidence whether you want them to or not.

Why? Because you usually figure it out sooner or later. It only goes to prove how vicious these covert attacks can be.

When others sneak-diss you, they do it within earshot. And they won’t call you by name, but they will talk about you. The reason female bullies do this is to avoid a direct conflict with you.

Therefore, you must see sneak-dissing for what it is. It is a coward’s way of addressing an issue.

You’ll usually know they’re talking about you. How? Your gut instinct will be nagging you like an alarm clock that won’t shut off.

3. Signs of a Catty Woman:

Badmouthing You Behind Your Back

These bitches don’t have the guts to say it to your face, but they’ll talk about you to everyone else. If nothing else, understand this. If they can’t say it directly to you, they’re cowards.

And, on a positive note, at least they still have enough respect not to say it to you openly.

Nevertheless, these kinds of women aren’t worth your time. So, you should see them for the creeps they are and avoid them.

And let them talk. Why? Because their lies and gossip say more about them than you. Besides, you must have life going pretty well for you if they can’t keep your name out of their mouths.

Moreover, you consume their every thought. So, who really has the power here?

4. Controlling Behavior

These kinds of women may bully you because they want to control your life. They may try to maintain your social life by spreading rumors to turn others against you.

Or they may insult you to undermine your confidence. If they’re trying to control your self-esteem, you must do whatever it takes to hold on to your self-esteem.

If they’re trying to control your relationships, know that your true friends won’t desert you. And those who turn against you were never your friends in the first place.

5. Signs of a Catty Woman:

She Wants to Compete with You

Wanting to outdo you in something is a sure sign that your girl is catty as hell. These types of females wish to beat you at attracting male attention. Also, they try to compete with you for income.

This competition comes from insecurity. So, if she isn’t better than you somehow, someway, she lets it define her worth as a woman.

Therefore, don’t hate her. Pity her.

6. Shunning You

Shunning is another sign of cattiness. The reason these females exclude you is to feel like they are better than you.

Moreover, they do it to undermine your self-esteem. Shunning is covert, so you can’t confront someone for it. However, you do have the power to shun them, too. Two can play that game.

Mirror their behavior and keep them out of your life.

7. Relational Aggression

We touched on this in section four. Here, we go deeper. Relational aggression is when bullies try to control your relationships. They also try to prevent you from making new friends. And they do this by “warning” others before they’ve had a chance to get to know you.

The tactics they use to attack your relationships are spreading lies and rumors. They may also launch smear campaigns. Moreover, don’t put it past them to sow discord between you and your existing friends and loved ones.

If this happens to you, remember what I mentioned earlier. If these vicious females succeed in turning your friends against you, your friends only show you who they are.

They were never your friends to begin with. Why? Because real friends will stick with you, no matter what. In fact, they will go to bat for you. They will tell your bullies to go to hell.

8. Signs of a Catty Woman:

Sabotaging Your Work or School Work

If you are successful at your job or at school, these girls will try to sabotage you. If you’re a straight-A student, they may find your completed homework when you go to the bathroom. And they’ll throw it away shortly before the time to turn it in.

Then, when the teacher calls for it, and you can’t find it, the teacher will assume that you were too lazy to complete your homework.

If you perform exceptionally on the job, they may go through your desk. Then they’ll find important papers and take them. Therefore, they will make it harder for you to do your job.

9. Trying to Break Up Your Relationship or Marriage

Catty women will even try to destroy your personal life. They may even target your home and family life. If they try to break up your marriage, understand that it’s not that they’re in love with your husband.

No. This is about power. If the girl can destroy the most intimate parts of your life, she can take things you value most. And she can target the people you love most.

For some human predators, it isn’t enough to destroy you at work or school. The ultimate power for them is to reach into your home and do damage.

10. Signs of a Catty Woman:

Bragging on Themselves

This sign is one of the most common. Remember that catty women are insecure. They don’t like themselves very much.

Therefore, they will often brag on themselves, revealing only the best parts of their lives. They may talk up their marriages. Or, they may brag about their cushy jobs and high income.

In fact, they may even make up positive things about their lives to impress others. But understand this. If they must brag, they can’t be about much.

Why? Because confidence is quiet. And success is loud. If they are truly successful, they won’t need to brag. Their achievements will speak for themselves.

11. Jealousy

This is the number one sign of a female hater. Catty women are the biggest haters. If you have life better than them, professional or private, these women will hate on you.

They will do their best to even the score. And they may do it by badmouthing you to others to turn them against you. Or they may undermine your confidence by insults and name-calling.

Whatever tactics they use, understand that they do it to tear you down. Therefore, have nothing more to do with them. They’re bad for your mental health!

12. Signs of a Catty Woman:

Spite and Maliciousness

Toxic women are spiteful. They will often undermine you behind a veneer of concern. For example, they may say, “Wow. She seems mentally imbalanced. I hope she gets the help she needs before it’s too late. I’m really concerned about her mental well-being.”

This sounds innocent enough. Right? However, it’s the intentions behind this statement that make it so vicious. In sounding like a caring friend, this woman can softly and tenderly rip you to shreds.

At the same time, she can cover her own hatred in the eyes of others.

13. Snotty Attitude

Catty women tend to be arrogant. However, this holier-than-thou attitude is often a cover for low self-esteem.

Moreover, this behavior only repels healthy people. And, they only attract those who are toxic just like they are.  Therefore, they continue to surround themselves with negativity and wonder why they’re so unhappy.

In conclusion

Catty women are vicious, and, most of all, vindictive. They can destroy lives. These females even bully men.

Therefore, if you see any of these signs in a woman, my advice is to steer clear. You don’t want to allow these types to suck you into their drama because they will eat you alive.

The only way to protect yourself from them is to notice their behavior and distance yourself from them. Also, you must know your worth.

And if toxic women try to undermine you in any way, tell them what you think of them and walk away. Your mental health will thank you for it later.

I promise you!

This post was all about the signs of a catty woman so that you’ll be able to spot them and avoid them to protect yourself.

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