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invective

noun

/ɪnˈvɛktɪv/

Meaning

Insulting, abusive, or highly critical language.

The politician’s speech was filled with invective against his opponents.

abuse, insult, vituperation, slander, censure

praise, compliment, flattery

harsh invective, political invective, stream of invective

a large green banana-like fruit that is usually cooked before eating

a loud and emotional noise or disturbance; public outcry

a chemical element found in all living things and used as fuel when combined with oxygen

A small amount of something that remains after the main part has gone or been taken or used.

Firm belief in the reliability, truth, or strength of someone or something.

A long story of heroic achievement, or a long, complex series of events.