railed against

VERB

revile

Synonyms

WEAK

abuse admonish assail berate blame castigate censure chide criticize denigrate denounce disparage give a talking to lambaste lay down the law lecture rake over the coals ream reprimand reproach reprobate reprove scorn tongue-lash vilify vituperate

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railed against

The pamphlet railed against British atrocities, condemned servile loyalism and confidently projected military recovery.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 29, 2026

In a statement celebrating her advance to the general election, Raman did not mention Pratt or his supporters, but railed against “powerful interests” in City Hall.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 11, 2026

He also railed against O’Donnell for quoting that portion of the manifesto, saying it was inappropriate to do so.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 27, 2026

Nico Ali Walsh, grandson of Muhammad Ali and a professional boxer in his own right, also railed against the reforms.

From Barron's ● Apr. 22, 2026

Believers railed against claims that spirit communication was fraudulent.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock