Chide and Vilify

Chide

Chide verb - To criticize (someone) usually gently so as to correct a fault.

Vilify and chide are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Vilify" instead a verb "Chide".

Nearby Word: chiding

Vilify

Vilify verb - To make untrue and harmful statements about.

Chide and vilify are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Chide" instead a verb "Vilify".

Nearby Words: vile, vilification, vilified, vilifying
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