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Vilify

Definition

(formal) To speak or write about someone or something in a very critical and disapproving way, often in order to damage their reputation or influence public opinion against them.

Example Sentences

1The politician's opponents attempted to vilify her by releasing a series of damaging leaked documents.
2The media's tendency to vilify celebrities who struggle with mental health issues can have a devastating impact on their well-being.
3Historians have long sought to vilify the actions of colonial powers, highlighting the atrocities committed during the era of imperialism.
4In an effort to vilify the new policy, the activist group released a scathing report detailing its potential consequences.
5The company's decision to vilify a former employee who had spoken out against their practices sparked widespread outrage on social media.

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