INVECTIVE

Invective

Invective, from Middle English invectif, or Old French and Late Latin invectus, is an abusive, reproachful or venomous language used to express blame or censure; also, a rude expression or discourse intended to offend or hurt. Vituperation, or deeply seated ill will, vitriol. Also note: Latin invectivus, 'scolding.'

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invective

Noun

  1. An expression which inveighs or rails against a person.
  2. A severe or violent censure or reproach.
  3. Something spoken or written, intended to cast opprobrium, censure, or reproach on another.
  4. A harsh or reproachful accusation.
    Politics can raise invective to a low art.

Adjective

  1. Characterized by invection or railing.
    Tom's speeches became diatribes — each more invective than the last.


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