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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

  1. a violent verbal attack; strong criticism, insults, curses, etc.; vituperation
  2. an abusive term, insult, curse, etc.

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Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2005 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
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