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savaging

The word “savaging” has 3 syllables: sav-ag-ing

It's pronounced as /ˈsæv.ɪdʒ.ɪŋ/

What is synonym and antonym for savaging?

In the thesaurus, “savaging” has 50 synonyms and 6 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for savaging along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for savaging

Antonyms for savaging

Meanings of savaging

  • verb
    1. To attack or assault someone or something ferociously or without restraint.
    2. To criticise vehemently.
    3. (of an animal) To attack with the teeth.
    4. To make savage.
  • noun
    1. A vicious attack or criticism.

Example Sentences

  • The critics were savaging the new play for its poor script and acting.
  • The wolf was savaging its prey with relentless bites.
  • The journalist was savaging the politician in a scathing article.
  • The opposing team was savaging their rivals with an unstoppable offense.
  • The internet was savaging the celebrity over their controversial statement.

On this page you'll find 56 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to savaging, such as: abusing, acclaiming, affronting, aspersing, assailing, attacking, bad-mouthing.

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