inveigh

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/ɪnˈveɪ/
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To attack an idea or action fiercely in words.
Practice using inveigh in conversation until it feels natural

Examples

  • Critics inveighed against the decision for weeks.
  • She often inveighs against waste in government.
  • The article inveighs against censorship.
  • He did not merely disagree, he inveighed against the whole plan.
  • The senator inveighed against the new tax.

Similar words

decry
denounce
rail against
condemn

Meanings

Speak forcefully against something

verb
criticism
formal
To express strong, often public criticism of a person, policy, or practice, usually with against.

Examples

  • The senator inveighed against the new tax.
  • She often inveighs against waste in government.
  • Critics inveighed against the decision for weeks.
  • He did not merely disagree, he inveighed against the whole plan.
  • The article inveighs against censorship.

Similar words

rail against
denounce
decry
condemn

Etymology

From Latin invehere, which came to mean assault or attack, including an attack made in words.

FAQ

What does inveigh mean?

To inveigh is to speak fiercely against something.

When is inveigh used?

It is usually followed by against, as in inveigh against a policy.

How does inveigh differ from criticize?

Criticize is broad, while inveigh suggests forceful and sustained condemnation.

How is inveigh used in a sentence?

The senator inveighed against the new tax.

Is inveigh formal?

Yes. Inveigh is a formal verb.

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