vilified

The word “vilified” has 3 syllables: vil-i-fied

It's pronounced as /ˈvɪlɪfaɪd/

What is synonym and antonym for vilified?

In the thesaurus, “vilified” has 34 synonyms and 18 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for vilified

abased
affronted
aggrieved
aspersed
belittled
blackened
calumniated
cursed
debased
defamed
degraded
denigrated
detracted
discredited
disdained
disgraced
dishonored
disparaged
humbled
humiliated
hurt
libeled
libelled
maligned
mocked
outraged
reviled
ridiculed
scorned
shamed
slandered
slighted
smeared
traduced

Antonyms for vilified

acclaimed
admired
adored
applauded
commended
complimented
esteemed
exalted
flattered
glorified
honored
praised
regarded
respected
revered
venerated
worshiped
worshipped

Meanings of vilified

verb
1. To say defamatory things about someone or something; to speak ill of.
2. To belittle through speech; to put down.

Example Sentences

The hero was vilified by the media for his actions during the crisis.
She felt unjustly vilified after the rumors spread about her.
The scientist was vilified for challenging the traditional theories.
He had been vilified for years before the truth about his innocence came out.
Many historical figures were vilified in their time, only to be later remembered as pioneers.

On this page you'll find 52 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to vilified, such as: abased, acclaimed, admired, adored, affronted, aggrieved, applauded.

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