diatribe

/daɪˈætrɪb/

Definitions

1. noun

a bitter and argumentative speech or writing, especially one that attacks or criticizes something or someone

“The politician’s diatribe against the opposing party was widely criticized by the media.”

2. verb

to deliver a bitter and argumentative speech or writing, especially one that attacks or criticizes something or someone

“The comedian diatribe his audience with a series of scathing jokes about politics.”

Synonyms

  • invective
  • rant
  • tirade

Antonyms

  • eulogy
  • panegyric