excoriates Get Printable Handwriting Hear It! Say It! Write It! Learn It! Spelling Test Definition verb. to criticize someone or something very harshly. Example Sentence The teacher excoriates the student for his constant tardiness. More Example Sentences Critics excoriate the film for its flaws. Synonyms berates; scolds; chastises Antonyms praises; compliments; supports Hear It! Say It! Write It! excoriates Switch to cursive Start Share with your friends: