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filípica — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • philippic noun Any of the discourses of Demosthenes against Philip II of Macedon, defending the liberty of Athens.
  • rant verb To speak or complain loudly and at length, often in anger.
  • screed noun A piece of writing (such as an article, letter, or list) or a speech, especially if long.

Senses

filípica is used for these senses in English:

  • philippic (by extension) Any tirade or declamation full of bitter condemnation.
  • rant A criticism done by ranting.
  • screed (by extension) A speech or piece of writing which contains angry and extended criticism. [from late 18th c.]

philippic — full definition

  1. noun Any of the discourses of Demosthenes against Philip II of Macedon, defending the liberty of Athens.
  2. noun Any tirade or declamation full of bitter condemnation.

rant — full definition

  1. verb To speak or complain loudly and at length, often in anger.
  2. noun A long, angry, or emotional outburst of speech or writing.

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