More mean-spirited is a term used to describe someone or something that is unkind, cruel, and malicious. It can be used to describe a person's behavior or attitude, or the way they treat others. The crossword solutions for this term are SMALLER (7 letters), baser (5 letters), and NASTIER (7 letters). SMALLER implies that the person or thing is less than what is expected or desired, while baser suggests that the person or thing is of a lower quality or status. NASTIER implies that the person or thing is even more unpleasant or offensive than before. Together, these words suggest that the person or thing in question is increasingly mean-spirited.