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diatribe

[ˈdaɪətraɪb]

diatribe Definition

a forceful and bitter verbal attack against someone or something.

Using diatribe: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "diatribe" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He launched into a diatribe against the media.

  • Example

    Her speech was a diatribe against the government's policies.

  • Example

    The article is a diatribe against modern art.

  • Example

    His diatribe against the company was met with silence.

diatribe Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with diatribe

  • hate-filled diatribe

    an extremely negative and hateful verbal attack against someone or something

    Example

    The politician's speech was a hate-filled diatribe against immigrants.

  • a forceful and bitter verbal attack against a political party, policy, or ideology

    Example

    The editorial was a political diatribe against the current administration.

  • a forceful and bitter verbal attack against a religion or religious belief

    Example

    The sermon turned into a religious diatribe against non-believers.

Origins of diatribe

from Greek 'diatribē', meaning 'waste of time'

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Summary: diatribe in Brief

'Diatribe' [ˈdaɪətraɪb] refers to a forceful and bitter verbal attack against someone or something. It can be used in various contexts, such as politics, religion, or art, as exemplified by 'Her speech was a diatribe against the government's policies.' 'Diatribe' is synonymous with 'tirade' and 'harangue,' and informal usage includes 'rant.'

How do native speakers use this expression?

You

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what

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through.

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some

running

diatribe...