Railery
(noun)
- A harsh or bitter criticism or scolding.
- A scolding or complaining in a bitter or violent manner.
Origin:
The word railery comes from the word "railing" meaning a harsh or bitter criticism, the act of scolding or complaining in a bitter or violent manner. it refers to a harsh or bitter criticism or scolding.
Examples:
- She was known for her railery against anyone who crossed her.
- The railery was directed at the politicians who had promised but not delivered.
- His railery was so harsh that it left the audience in shock.
- The railery was so bitter that it was hard to miss the venom in his words.
- Her railery was so constant that the staff dreaded her visits.