INVECTIVELY
Etymology
Adverb
invectively (comparative more invectively, superlative most invectively)
In an invective manner.
Source: Wiktionary
In*vec"tive*ly, adv.
Definition: In an invective manner. Shak.
INVECTIVE
In*vec"tive, a. Etym: [L. invectivus: cf. F. invectif. See Inveigh.]
Definition: Characterized by invection; critical; denunciatory; satirical; abusive; railing.
In*vec"tive, n. Etym: [F. invective.]
Definition: An expression which inveighs or rails against a person; a severe or violent censure or reproach; something uttered or written, intended to cast opprobrium, censure, or reproach on another; a harsh or reproachful accusation; -- followed by against, having reference to the person or thing affected; as an invective against tyranny. The world will be able to judge of his [Junius'] motives for writing such famous invectives. Sir W. Draper.
Syn.
– Abuse; censure; reproach; satire; sarcasm; railing; diatribe. See Abuse.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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