invective

  1. Noun.  An expression which inveighs or rails against a person.
  2. Noun.  A severe or violent censure or reproach.
  3. Noun.  Something spoken or written, intended to cast opprobrium, censure, or reproach on another.
  4. Noun.  A harsh or reproachful accusation.
  5. Adjective.  Characterized by invection or railing.

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