viciously (B2)
adverb
Pronunciation: /ˈvɪʃəsli/
Definition
In a cruel, violent, and aggressive manner.
Examples
He attacked the idea viciously, calling it foolish and dangerous.
The storm raged viciously, tearing trees from the ground.
She was criticized viciously online for her controversial remarks.
How to Use viciously
- viciously attack (collocation)
- To verbally or physically assault someone or something in a cruel and violent way. — "The journalist viciously attacked the government's new proposal."
- viciously criticize (collocation)
- To strongly and harshly find fault with someone or something. — "The book was viciously criticized for its historical inaccuracies."
- viciously mock (collocation)
- To ridicule someone or something in a cruel and aggressive manner. — "The comedian viciously mocked the celebrity's fashion sense."
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