Revilement (Noun)
Meaning
A rude expression intended to offend or hurt; "when a student made a stupid mistake he spared them no abuse"; "they yelled insults at the visiting team".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The politician's revilement of her opponent was widely criticized as unfair and below the belt.
- His hurtful words were meant to bring me down, but I tried to rise above the revilement.
- The fans' revilement of the opposing team's player was so intense that security had to step in.
- The politician's use of personal attacks and revilement in her speeches sparked controversy.
- The protesters' revilement of the government was fueled by anger and frustration.