ichidan verb, transitive verb
do out of spite; make a pointed remark; have a dig at
Used when someone does or says something with the deliberate intention of hurting, annoying, or indirectly criticizing another person. Often implies passive-aggressive behavior.
彼は私に当てつけるような言い方をした。
He said it in a way that was clearly meant to spite me.
彼女はわざと大きなため息を
She deliberately let out a loud sigh to make a pointed dig.
ichidan verb, transitive verb
flaunt affection; show off a relationship
Describes a couple openly displaying affection or closeness, often in a way that seems intended to make others envious or uncomfortable. Can be used for public displays of affection.
二人はみんなの前で当てつけるようにイチャイチャしていた。
The two were flirting in front of everyone as if to show off their relationship.