as in hated
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to speak about (someone or something) in a very critical or insulting way
Many people reviled him for his callous behavior.
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Recent Examples of reviled
These weapons are reviled among human rights advocacy organizations and can have lasting civilian impacts.
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Ellie Cook, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
In fact, however, he is not overlooked but derided or reviled -- the strength of the populace’s reactions is directly proportional to its horror at his accuracy.
—David Mamet, National Review, 21 Nov. 2024
Something in me reviled at reading many books on the subject.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 29 Nov. 2024
He was beloved by people as much as he was reviled by people.
—Mike Fleming Jr, Deadline, 11 Oct. 2024
The city was also home to Father Charles Coughlin, a Catholic priest who reviled Jews and spread antisemitic rhetoric during his radio show – which at its height was heard by perhaps 40 million people.
—Robert Gudmestad, The Conversation, 3 Oct. 2024
Inspired by Mary Magdalene, a figure both revered and reviled in Catholic scripture, twigs uses her as a muse to explore and reclaim her own sensual reality, carving space for vulnerability, longing, and strength in stillness.
—Pitchfork, 1 Oct. 2024
Ellie Cook, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
In fact, however, he is not overlooked but derided or reviled -- the strength of the populace’s reactions is directly proportional to its horror at his accuracy.
—David Mamet, National Review, 21 Nov. 2024
Something in me reviled at reading many books on the subject.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 29 Nov. 2024
He was beloved by people as much as he was reviled by people.
—Mike Fleming Jr, Deadline, 11 Oct. 2024
The city was also home to Father Charles Coughlin, a Catholic priest who reviled Jews and spread antisemitic rhetoric during his radio show – which at its height was heard by perhaps 40 million people.
—Robert Gudmestad, The Conversation, 3 Oct. 2024
Inspired by Mary Magdalene, a figure both revered and reviled in Catholic scripture, twigs uses her as a muse to explore and reclaim her own sensual reality, carving space for vulnerability, longing, and strength in stillness.
—Pitchfork, 1 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reviled
Verb
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Suddenly, we're hated in the world.—
Faisal Kutty,
Newsweek,
12 Mar. 2025
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Alli Jo refuted that everyone hated Carolina, claiming that Carolina kept to herself and did not interact with the majority of the women.—
Dana Rose Falcone,
People.com,
11 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Bo French, the chairman of the Tarrant County, Texas, GOP, criticized Chief of Naval Operations Admiral Lisa Franchetti, alleging that an emphasis on DEI programs had undermined the military's effectiveness.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
24 Dec. 2024
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Some of Mangione's supporters have left messages of praise for him, while others have criticized the fundraising efforts.—
Hannah Parry,
Newsweek,
24 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Workers who were motivated by their belief in public service are being attacked on a daily basis.—
Gary Phelan,
Hartford Courant,
24 Mar. 2025
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Canada attacked more fervently afterwards .—
Joshua Kloke,
The Athletic,
24 Mar. 2025
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“Reviled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reviled. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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