Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for vituperatory
Adjective
  • The abusive father and violent end were a little above our collective pay grade, and paired very poorly with tea and Girl Scout cookies.
    Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 8 Sep. 2025
  • Hsiao-lee’s abusive parents constantly keep her on the edge.
    Marta Balaga, Variety, 7 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Expecting dull days and strict rules, the boy instead stumbles into a world of delightful chaos and imagination – where outrageous stories are spun, and a world of wonder, memory, and mischief unfolds.
    Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 5 Sep. 2025
  • With eviction just around the corner, the duo embarks on a wild hustle through Los Angeles, pulling off increasingly outrageous stunts to stay afloat — while trying to keep their friendship from going under.
    James Mercadante, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Mimicking the president's style on social media, the governor has posted in all caps and employed insulting nicknames for political opponents.
    Jordan King, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Aug. 2025
  • Those found guilty of criticizing, insulting, defaming or threatening the king, queen, or heir apparent can be jailed for between three and 15 years for each count, with some sentences stretching to 50 years.
    Helen Regan, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2025
Adjective
  • The couple quickly began receiving death threats and obscene phone calls.
    Johnny Dodd, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2025
  • Banners or signs may not be commercial in nature or obscene, or cause any disturbance to other fans.
    Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 2 Sep. 2025
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“Vituperatory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vituperatory. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

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