1. to criticize or abuse someone in harsh, angry language
Usage: formal

Examples

• The angry crowd began to revile the politician after his controversial statement.
• She was reviled by critics for her poor performance in the play.
• The newspaper editorial reviled the company’s unethical business practices.
• He reviled his former business partner in a bitter public statement.
• The coach was reviled by fans after the team’s devastating loss.
• Many citizens reviled the new tax policy as unfair and burdensome.