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
- To say defamatory things about someone or something; to speak ill of.
- 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.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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