inveigh
UK: ɪnˈveɪ | US: ɪnˈveɪ
vi. to speak or write with strong hostility or criticism (against someone or something)
inveigh = in<against> + veigh<carry>
- in (prefix): From Latin in-, meaning "against" or "into."
- veigh (root): From Latin vehere, meaning "to carry." The spelling evolved through Old French enveier (to attack).
Etymology Origin:
The word inveigh originates from Latin invehere ("to carry into, attack with words"), combining in- (against) and vehere (to carry). It entered English via Old French enveier, retaining the sense of verbal assault. The modern meaning reflects its roots in "carrying" hostility into speech or writing.
The politician inveighed against corruption during his speech.
She often inveighs on social media about environmental issues.
Critics inveighed vehemently against the new policy.
The editorial inveighed at length against corporate greed.
He inveighs so passionately that his arguments sometimes lack nuance.