vilification
/ˌvɪlɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
noun
- The act of saying or writing very harsh and insulting things about someone, especially to damage their reputation.
- The politician faced constant vilification in the press during the campaign.
- The author's book led to vilification from critics who disagreed with her views.
- Online vilification can cause serious harm to a person's mental health.
Synonyms
Antonyms