Philippic: meaning, definitions and examples
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philippic
[ fษชหlษชpษชk ]
rhetorical speech
A philippic is a strong verbal denunciation or condemnation, often used in a public setting. It originates from the orations delivered by Demosthenes against Philip II of Macedonia. Such speeches typically express intense disapproval and are designed to provoke emotional responses from the audience. Philippics can be directed towards individuals, organizations, or policies, showcasing the speaker's deep convictions and passion.
Synonyms
broadside, diatribe, harangue, invective, tirade.
Examples of usage
- His philippic against corruption was met with applause.
- The senator delivered a philippic on the floor of the chamber.
- She launched a long philippic aimed at the government's failures.
Translations
Translations of the word "philippic" in other languages:
๐ต๐น filรญpica
๐ฎ๐ณ เคซเคฟเคฒเคฟเคชเคฟเค
๐ฉ๐ช Philippik
๐ฎ๐ฉ philippic
๐บ๐ฆ ััะปัะฟะฟัะบะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ filipika
๐ฏ๐ต ใใฃใชใใใใฏ
๐ซ๐ท philippique
๐ช๐ธ filรญpica
๐น๐ท filipik
๐ฐ๐ท ํ๋ฆฌํผํฌ
๐ธ๐ฆ ูููุจู
๐จ๐ฟ filipika
๐ธ๐ฐ filipika
๐จ๐ณ ๆฟ็็ๆน่ฏ
๐ธ๐ฎ filipika
๐ฎ๐ธ filรญpรญka
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะธะปะธะฟะฟะธะบะฐ
๐ฌ๐ช แคแแแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ filipika
๐ฒ๐ฝ filรญpica
Etymology
The term 'philippic' comes from the Greek word 'Philippikos', referring to a series of speeches delivered by the Athenian orator Demosthenes in the 4th century BC. These speeches were aimed at Philip II of Macedon, who posed a threat to the independence of Greek city-states. Demosthenes's passionate rhetoric and calls to action were meant to inspire resistance against Philip's expansionist policies. Over time, the term evolved to refer more generally to any speech or piece of writing characterized by vehement denunciation. Thus, the modern usage of 'philippic' primarily signifies a bitter attack or denunciation, especially in political contexts.