to criticize someone or something in an abusive or angrily insulting manner, to speak about someone or something in a very critical or insulting way

reviled and hated, reviled and rejected, reviled and ridiculed

Formal and Informal Expressions of reviled

In different contexts, you can replace 'reviled' with suitable alternatives. In a more formal setting, 'condemn, denounce' is apt. In informal speech or writing, 'trash, bash' is a commonplace synonym.

reviled: Explore its Definition & Usage

reviled Definition

1to criticize someone or something in an abusive or angrily insulting manner
2to speak about someone or something in a very critical or insulting way

Using reviled: Examples

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

Example
The politician was reviled by the press for his controversial statements.
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The company was reviled for its unethical business practices.
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He was reviled as a traitor by his former colleagues.

reviled Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for reviled

Antonyms for reviled

Phrases with reviled

reviled and hated
despised and detested
Example
The dictator was reviled and hated by the people.
reviled and rejected
criticized harshly and refused acceptance
Example
The proposal was reviled and rejected by the board of directors.
reviled and ridiculed
criticized harshly and made fun of
Example
His fashion sense was reviled and ridiculed by his friends.

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Summary: reviled in Brief

To 'revile' [ri-vahyld] is to criticize someone or something in an abusive or angrily insulting manner. It is often used to describe harsh criticism or condemnation, as in 'The politician was reviled by the press for his controversial statements.' Synonyms include 'condemn,' 'denounce,' and 'vilify.'