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- pronunciation:
- skeI
thIng
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective)
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
harshly condemning; brutal.
The governor's action received scathing criticism from her opponents.After reading a scathing review of the hotel, I canceled my reservation.- antonyms:
- complimentary
- similar words:
- scalding
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| definition 2: |
causing great pain or harm.
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| related words: |
acid, acrid, biting, cutting, penetrating, sharp, tart |
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| derivation: |
scathingly (adv.) |
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