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Meaning of recriminatory
The primary meaning of the word "recriminatory" is related to making or expressing accusations or criticisms in return, often in a bitter or hostile manner.
Etymology of recriminatory
The word "recriminatory" originates from the Latin words "recriminare" meaning to accuse in return, and "recriminatio" meaning counteraccusation
It has been in use since the 17th century to describe actions or speech that involve making accusations or criticisms in response to similar actions or speech from someone else
Synonyms
accusatory
condemnatory
denunciatory
reproachful
vitriolic
scathing
harsh
critical
disapproving
censorious
castigatory
abusive
insulting
inflammatory
hostile
aggressive
bitter
caustic
sarcastic
ironic
contemptuous
disdainful
disparaging
belittling
demeaning
deprecatory
deprecating
discrediting
defamatory
calumniatory
vilificatory
opprobrious
reproving
castigating
excoriating
fulminatory
invective
objurgatory
philippic
rhetorical
abusive
vituperative
Definitions
- Expressing or involving a counteraccusation, typically in a bitter or hostile manner
- * Involving or characterized by recrimination, which is the act of retaliating against someone with accusations or criticisms
Usage Examples
- The debate quickly turned recriminatory, with each side accusing the other of dishonesty and corruption
- * The recriminatory tone of the letter made it clear that the relationship was beyond repair
- * The politician's recriminatory speech was widely criticized for its divisive and inflammatory language
Antonyms
conciliatory
placatory
appeasing
soothing
calming
pacifying
reconciliatory
forgiving
tolerant
lenient
gentle
mild
soft
conciliative
diplomatic
peacemaking
mediating
arbitrating
negotiating
compromising
accommodating
cooperative
collaborative
collegial
cordial
affable
amicable
friendly
constructive
positive
uplifting
supportive
encouraging