/ˈrɛvɪl/ RIV-il

Definitions

1. verb

to speak or express contempt, hostility, or anger towards someone or something

“The politician was accused of reviling his opponents with inflammatory rhetoric.”

2. verb

to regard or treat someone or something with contempt or disrespect

“The crowd began to revile the artist for his provocative performance.”

3. noun

the act of speaking or expressing contempt, hostility, or anger towards someone or something

“The politician’s revile was met with widespread criticism.”