villified

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

Translation

v.To criticize someone or something in an aggressive and self-righteous way; to denounce.; To represent or portray someone or something in a negative or unfavorable light.
v. (passive)To be subjected to strong criticism or denunciation.

Phrases & Collocations

villified by critics

publicly villified

villified the rival

being villified

often villified

severely villified

villified reputation

he was villified

they villified him

villified actions

Example Sentences

the politician was relentlessly villified by the opposing party during the campaign.

he felt he had been unfairly villified in the media after the incident.

the whistleblower was quickly villified to discredit their claims.

she refused to be villified despite the negative press coverage.

the company sought to counter the narrative that had villified their brand.

he argued that the witness had been deliberately villified to influence the jury.

the historical figure was later villified by historians with a particular agenda.

the activist was villified online for their controversial views.

the project was villified by critics who feared its potential impact.

despite being villified, she maintained her integrity and continued her work.

the documentary aimed to show how easily individuals can be villified.

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