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invective

🇬🇧 UK/in'vektiv/🇺🇸 US
GREC2

Definitions

n.

Harsh, abusive language directed against someone; violent verbal attack or criticism

恶言漫骂,猛烈抨击

adj.

Characterized by harsh verbal abuse or bitter criticism

漫骂的,抨击的

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
innot, opposite of
+
vectcarry, convey, transport
+
ivetending to, having the nature of
=invective

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The politician hurled invective at his opponents during the heated debate.

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