invective

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(in-vec-tive) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. insulting or abusive language.

Example Sentence

His invective towards the IRS came from his high tax bill.

More Example Sentences

Invective can make arguments more intense.

Synonyms

abuse; insults; vitriol

Antonyms

sweet talk

Hear It! Say It! Write It!

invective
Hear It! Say It! Write It!

Rhymes

  • affective
  • collective
  • connective
  • corrective
  • defective
  • detective
  • directive
  • effective
  • elective
  • infective
  • invective
  • objective
  • perspective
  • projective
  • prospective
  • protective
  • reflective
  • respective
  • selective
  • subjective

  • ineffective
  • introspective
  • irrespective
  • retrospective

  • anti-infective
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