1. harsh criticism or verbal attacks
Usage: informal
2. pieces of brick, especially when thrown as missiles
Usage: literal sense

Examples

• The politician faced brickbats from angry voters at the town hall meeting.
• Critics hurled brickbats at the director’s latest film.
• The controversial policy drew brickbats from both parties.
• Instead of brickbats, the team deserved praise for their effort.
• Protesters threw brickbats at the building’s windows.
• The old wall was littered with broken brickbats.
• She weathered the brickbats with dignity and grace.