diatribe
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
A long, angry speech or piece of writing that harshly criticizes someone or something.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
tirade
rant
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The editorial turned into a _____ against the new tax policy."
Answer: diatribe
In your own words, what does "diatribe" mean?
A long, angry speech or piece of writing that harshly criticizes someone or something.
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