👉 Prediatory is a term used in philosophy to describe an action that is intended to harm or cause suffering to another person. It refers to actions that are motivated by a desire for personal gain, such as revenge, malice, or greed. In other words, prediatory behavior involves intentionally causing harm or distress to someone else, often with the intention of gaining their attention and resources, which can be seen as a form of psychological manipulation or exploitation. Prediatory behavior is not always intentional