pillorying

[US]/ˈpɪləriɪŋ/
[UK]/ˈpɪləriɪŋ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.making someone a target of public ridicule; exposing someone to public scorn; historically, placing someone in a pillory; punishing with a pillory

Phrases & Collocations

pillorying critics

pillorying politicians

pillorying behavior

pillorying leaders

pillorying ideas

pillorying actions

pillorying policies

pillorying practices

pillorying statements

pillorying opinions

Example Sentences

the media has been pillorying the politician for his controversial remarks.

social media users are pillorying celebrities for their lack of awareness.

the novel pillorying the corrupt officials was a bestseller.

critics are pillorying the film for its unrealistic portrayal of history.

he felt that the article was pillorying him unfairly.

the documentary was pillorying the environmental policies of the government.

she was pillorying the company for its poor treatment of employees.

the editorial was pillorying the lack of transparency in the organization.

they were pillorying the athlete for using performance-enhancing drugs.

the book is a satire pillorying the absurdities of modern life.

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