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EXCORIATE

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Excoriate.

How to pronounce excoriate:

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Excoriate - as a verb

Express strong disapproval of

Example: "We condemn the racism in south africa"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
condemn12decry11objurgate19reprobate13

Tear or wear off the skin or make sore by abrading

Example: "This leash chafes the dog's neck"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
chafe13

Example Sentences

"The critic excoriated the director for his poor choice of actors."
"She excoriates her teammates for their lack of effort during the game."
"The coach publicly excoriated the player for his disrespectful behavior."
"He excoriates his political opponents during his speeches."
"The journalist excoriated the government's handling of the crisis."
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Word Game Points

Is EXCORIATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, excoriate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

EXCORIATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is EXCORIATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, excoriate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
EXCORIATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is EXCORIATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, excoriate is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
EXCORIATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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