Mean Similes
2 classic and creative similes for Mean - vivid comparisons you can use in writing, essays, and conversation. Browse the full list.
Frequently asked
What does "as mean as" mean?
"As mean as" is a simile - a comparison using "as" to make a quality vivid. When something is "as mean as" something else, the speaker is using the second thing as a familiar example of meanness, so the reader can picture the quality instead of just reading the word.
How many "as mean as" similes are there?
SimileStack lists 2 similes for Mean. Common ones include "As mean as a bully" and "As mean as a miser". The full list is on this page.
When should I use a "mean" simile in writing?
Use a "mean" simile when you want the reader to feel meanness rather than just register the adjective. They work especially well in description, character work, and dialogue, where one well-chosen comparison can do the work of a whole paragraph.