What is another word for Reviler?

Pronunciation: [ɹɪvˈa͡ɪlə] (IPA)

Reviler is a derogatory term that refers to a person who uses abusive language to insult or criticize others. In lieu of using this language, we can use more tactful and respectful terms to replace "reviler." These synonyms include "insulter," "critic," "abuser," and "assailant." Other possible synonyms include "maligner," "defamer," "traducer," "slanderer," or perhaps "vilifier." These terms express the same sentiment as reviler, but without the negative connotations. Using synonyms that are less aggressive and more thoughtful, might give an opportunity to emphasize the positive aspects of communication and lead to more balanced conversations.

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What are the hypernyms for Reviler?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the opposite words for Reviler?

Reviler is a derisive term for a person who criticizes or rebukes someone in a vehement manner. Some antonyms for the word "reviler" are commendatory, laudatory, and approving, which are words used to describe individuals who express praise, admiration, or approval. Another antonym for reviler is defender, which suggests someone who comes to the defense of another person or thing. A defender is someone who speaks up for someone or something, trying to support them in a positive manner. Other antonyms for reviler include advocate, promoter, backer, and supporter, all of which indicate a positive endorsement of someone or something.

What are the antonyms for Reviler?

Usage examples for Reviler

To the inflamed and excited worshippers, a heretic was the enemy of the crucified Saviour, a Jew was his murderer, a Moor was his Reviler.
"Castilian Days"
John Hay
"There is," says Joseph Scaliger, that great critic and Reviler, "an art of abuse or slandering, of which those that are ignorant may be said to defame others much less than they show a willingness to defame."
"Curiosities of Literature, Vol. 1 (of 3)"
Isaac D'Israeli
We may forgive inconsistency when it is only between two of a man's theories, or two self-concerning parts of his conduct, but hardly when it takes the form of reviling in others what the Reviler indulgently permits to himself.
"Rousseau Volumes I. and II."
John Morley

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