vituperate

/vɪt.ʌpəˈreɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to express strong disapproval or criticism in words

“The politician was accused of vituperating his opponent in the public forum.”

2. verb

to abuse or revile someone with harsh or insulting language

“The comedian vituperated the politician’s policies in his stand-up routine.”

3. verb

to speak or write about something in a severely critical or abusive manner

“The critic vituperated the movie’s plot, calling it ridiculous and boring.”

4. noun

an act of expressing strong disapproval or criticism in words

“The politician’s vituperation of the opposition party was widely condemned.”

Synonyms

  • abuse
  • criticism
  • invective
  • reproach

Antonyms

  • commendation
  • flattery
  • praise