adverb
- in a manner that uses harsh, abusive, or insulting language; with invective
Usage: formal; often used to describe speech or writing that is angry and critical
Examples
- The politician spoke invectively against his opponent during the debate.
- She responded invectively to the criticism, using sharp and cutting words.
- He invectively denounced the decision as unfair and unjust.
- The columnist wrote invectively about the scandal in her latest article.
- They argued invectively, exchanging bitter accusations and insults.