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- DictionaryIn·vec·tive/inˈvektiv/
noun
- 1. insulting, abusive, or highly critical language: "he let out a stream of invective"
INVECTIVE meaning: 1. criticism that is very forceful, unkind, and often rude: 2. criticism that is very forceful…. Learn more.
Invective comes from the Latin for "abusive." It kind of sounds like a harsh word, actually, with those sharp, dagger-like V's. People usually put a colorful verb or phrase before it. Some examples: "She spewed invective," "She hurled invective," "She burst forth into invective."
Definition of invective noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
invective. noun [ U ] formal uk / ɪnˈvek.tɪv / us / ɪnˈvek.tɪv /. Add to word list. Add to word list. criticism that is very forceful, unkind, and often rude. 辱駡，痛駡. A stream of invective from some sectors of the press continues to assail the government. 某些新聞機構繼續對政府口誅筆伐。.
invective. noun. /ɪnˈvɛktɪv/. [uncountable] (formal) rude language and unpleasant remarks that someone shouts when they are very angry The gesture infuriated him and he let out a stream of invective. a speech full of invective against the government. Definitions on the go.
May 6, 2024 · invective in American English. (ɪnˈvektɪv) noun. 1. vehement or violent denunciation, censure, or reproach. 2. a railing accusation; vituperation. 3. an insulting or abusive word or expression.
Invective is rude and unpleasant things that people shout at people they hate or are angry with.
