invective
Pronunciation:
/ɪnˈvɛktɪv/noun
Definitions
An expression which inveighs or rails against a person.
A severe or violent censure or reproach.
Something spoken or written, intended to cast shame, disgrace, censure, or reproach on another.
A harsh or reproachful accusation.
Example: Politics can raise invective to a low art.
adjective
Definitions
Characterized by invection or railing.
Example: Tom's speeches became diatribes — each more invective than the last.