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VITRIOL

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Vitriol.

Vitriol - as a noun

(h2so4) a highly corrosive acid made from sulfur dioxide; widely used in the chemical industry

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
oil of vitriolsulfuric acidsulphuric acid
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
acid
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Abusive or venomous language used to express blame or censure or bitter deep-seated ill will

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
invectivevituperation

Vitriol - as a verb

Expose to the effects of vitriol or injure with vitriol

Subject to bitter verbal abuse

Example Sentences

"Her speech was filled with vitriol towards her opponents."
"The online discussion quickly devolved into vitriol and personal attacks."
"The newspaper received a lot of vitriol for their controversial article."
"Political campaigns often involve a lot of vitriol from both sides."
"The talk show host's vitriol towards his guests made for uncomfortable viewing."
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Word Game Points

Is VITRIOL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, vitriol is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

VITRIOL has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is VITRIOL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, vitriol is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
VITRIOL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is VITRIOL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, vitriol is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
VITRIOL has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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