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Meaning of inveigh
to speak or write strongly against something or someone
Etymology of inveigh
The word "inveigh" originates from the Old French word "enveier", which is derived from the Latin words "in" (against) and "veem" or "vehem", the dative form of "veho" (to carry), but also related to "vehementem" (vehement), from "vehemens" (vehement, violent)
Historically, the word has been used to describe strong verbal attacks or criticisms, often in formal or public contexts
Synonyms
denounce
condemn
criticize
censure
reproach
rebuke
scold
upbraid
berate
chastise
reprove
admonish
reprimand
lecture
harangue
fulminate
rail
decry
deplore
lament
bemoan
lament
protest
object
remonstrate
expostulate
inveigh
attack
assail
vituperate
excoriate
castigate
pillory
ridicule
mock
scorn
taunt
tease
jeer
sneer
defy
oppose
resist
disapprove
frown
disfavor
dislike
despise
abhor
loathe
detest
execrate
Definitions
- to speak or write strongly against something or someone, typically in a formal or public context
- * to express strong disapproval or criticism of something or someone
Usage Examples
- The politician inveighed against the proposed tax increase, calling it unfair to the middle class
- * The environmental group inveighed against the corporation's destructive practices, demanding greater accountability