Lambasted: meaning, definitions and examples
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lambasted
[ ˈlæmˌbeɪst ]
criticize harshly
To lambaste is to criticize someone or something very strongly and publicly. It often implies a level of severity and intensity in the criticism that can be damaging or hurtful. This action can be seen in various contexts, including politics, media, and personal relationships, where an individual is subject to scorn or reprimand for their actions or choices. The term suggests a relentless or vigorous attack in words, reflecting a serious disagreement or disapproval.
Synonyms
berate, censure, rebuke, scold, upbraid.
Examples of usage
- The politician was lambasted for his controversial remarks.
- Critics lambasted the new policy for its lack of foresight.
- The writer lambasted the novel for its predictable plot.
Translations
Translations of the word "lambasted" in other languages:
🇵🇹 criticado
🇮🇳 निंदा की गई
🇩🇪 kritisierte
🇮🇩 mengkritik
🇺🇦 розгромлений
🇵🇱 zbesztany
🇯🇵 非難された
🇫🇷 réprimandé
🇪🇸 criticado
🇹🇷 sert eleştirildi
🇰🇷 비난받은
🇸🇦 نُقدَ
🇨🇿 zkritizovaný
🇸🇰 kritizovaný
🇨🇳 受到批评
🇸🇮 kritiziran
🇮🇸 hart gagnrýndur
🇰🇿 сынға алынған
🇬🇪 კრიტიკულად გაწვდილი
🇦🇿 tənqid olundu
🇲🇽 criticado
Etymology
The word 'lambaste' originates from the 19th century, with its roots traced back to the late 1800s. It is a combination of the word 'lam', which means to strike or beat, and 'baste', which in a figurative sense means to criticize or scold. The 'lambaste' was first used in America and has since made its way into broader English usage. The etymology suggests a violent action of criticism akin to being beaten down with words. It reflects a culture of discourse where words can be as impactful as physical blows, especially in public and political arenas.