diatribe
/ˈdaɪ.əˌtɹaɪb/
Group 2Difficulty 2/3
Definition
- (noun)
- A forceful and bitter verbal attack against someone or something GRE
Example in Context
The columnist's weekly diatribe against the administration was read as much for its rhetorical flair as for its political analysis.
Synonyms
ranttiradeoutburst
Etymology
A forceful verbal attack, wearing down the opponent.
- diatribein (Greek) — to wear away
Memory Aid
🗣️Sounds like “diatribe sounds like 'dye-tribe'”
Imagine a tribe of people yelling at someone for dyeing their hair the wrong color in a DIATRIBE!
Visual Association
🎤A crowd of people passionately shouting at a celebrity on stage, criticizing their fashion choices with fervor.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “diatribe” mean on the GRE?
diatribe (noun) means “A forceful and bitter verbal attack against someone or something”. The columnist's weekly diatribe against the administration was read as much for its rhetorical flair as for its political analysis.
How to remember “diatribe” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “diatribe” sounds like “diatribe sounds like 'dye-tribe'”. Imagine a tribe of people yelling at someone for dyeing their hair the wrong color in a DIATRIBE!
What are synonyms for “diatribe”?
Common synonyms: rant, tirade, outburst.