Synonyms of vilify

Antonyms of vilify

Collocations of vilify

vilify a person
Frequency: 75 %

The online trolls continuously vilify the author for her opinions.

vilify someone
Frequency: 70 %

The tabloids often vilify celebrities for their actions.

vilify a group
Frequency: 60 %

The politician's speech sought to vilify a group of immigrants.

vilify an individual
Frequency: 50 %

The media has been known to vilify an individual without proper evidence.

vilify someone's character
Frequency: 45 %

It is unfair to vilify someone's character based on rumors.

Idiomatic Expressions for vilify

  • Phrase: vilify the opposition
    Meaning: to criticize or speak ill of the opposing party or group
    Usage: During the political campaign, both candidates resorted to vilifying the opposition in order to gain support.