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Definition of “vituperation

vituperation (vɪˌtjuːpəˈreɪʃənPronunciation for vituperation

Definitions

noun

  1. abusive language or venomous censure
  2. the act of vituperating

Alternative Forms

vituperative (vɪˈtjuːpərətɪvPronunciation for vituperative;-prətɪv)  adjective viˈtuperatively adverb

Usage examples

  • The act of rebellion had never been forgiven, though it had provided Frampton senior with a new line in vituperation.
    Forbes, Bryan, A Song at Twilight (1989)
  • Michel Houellebecq is a bestselling author and trouble-maker with a talent for attracting extremes of praise and vituperation.
    Times, Sunday Times (2002)
  • Luther insisted that his vituperation against this despicable nation was justified:
    Cohn-Sherbok, Dan, The Crucified Jew (1993)

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