vilify

verb

Meaning

Speak about someone or something in a spiteful, critical, or disparaging manner to damage their reputation.

Examples

The tabloid press continued to vilify the actor despite his public apologies.
It is unfair to vilify an entire group of people based on the actions of a few individuals.

Synonyms: blame, criticize, slander, denigrate, malign

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vilify

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈvɪl.ɪ.faɪ/

Definition

Speak about someone or something in a spiteful, critical, or disparaging manner to damage their reputation.

Examples

The tabloid press continued to vilify the actor despite his public apologies.
It is unfair to vilify an entire group of people based on the actions of a few individuals.
She felt the media campaign was designed specifically to vilify her character before the trial began.

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