philippic in German

philippic in German is Philippika — philippic means one of the speeches given by the Greek speaker Demosthenes attacking Philip II of Macedon, in defence of Athens' freedom.

philippic in German

Philippika

noun

(by extension) Any tirade or declamation full of bitter condemnation.

What does "philippic" mean?

noun One of the speeches given by the Greek speaker Demosthenes attacking Philip II of Macedon, in defence of Athens' freedom.
noun A long, angry speech that harshly criticises someone or something.

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Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Similar words in German

broadside tirade

Common German translations

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What is "philippic" in German?

"philippic" in German is Philippika. philippic means: One of the speeches given by the Greek speaker Demosthenes attacking Philip II of Macedon, in defence of Athens' freedom.

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