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invective definition
in·vec·tive (in vek′tiv)
adjective
inveighing; using, inclined to use, or characterized by strong verbal abuse
Etymology: ME invectiff < MFr invectif < LL invectivus < L invectus, pp. of invehere: see inveigh
noun
- a violent verbal attack; strong criticism, insults, curses, etc.; vituperation
- an abusive term, insult, curse, etc.
Related Forms:
- invectively in·vec′·tively adverb
- invectiveness in·vec′·tive·ness noun
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