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vituperate

/vaɪˈtjuːpəɹeɪt/
verb
  1. To criticize in a harsh or abusive manner.

  2. To revile, vilify, defame, go on about or mouth off about someone

  3. To use harsh or abusive wording.

Synonymsberate, rile, scold, rail

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