nastygram

== English == === Alternative forms === nasty gram, nasty-gram === Etymology === Blend of nasty +‎ -gram. Possibly a playful variation of candygram. === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ˈnæstiˌɡɹæm/ === Noun === nastygram (plural nastygrams) (informal) A written communication containing unpleasant material, especially one that criticizes, insults, or intimidates the recipient. ==== Usage notes ==== Now often used to refer to unpleasant messages distributed by electronic means, such as by email or internet posting. === See also === candygram === References === Oxford English Dictionary, 2nd ed., 1989, rev. 2003.