scathing

/ˈskeɪðɪŋ/ (bre, ipa) · /ˈskeɪðɪŋ/ (ame, ipa) · /ˈskā-ṯẖiŋ/ (ame, mw)

scathing — adjective

  • scathingpositive
  • more scathingcomparative
  • most scathingsuperlative

1. describing spoken or written criticism that attacks someone or something using v

1.形容詞C1
釋義

describing spoken or written criticism that attacks someone or something using very harsh and cruel language

例句

The newspaper published a scathing editorial about the government's handling of the economic crisis.

scathing editorial about + [topic]

The critic gave the film a scathing review, calling it a complete waste of money.

scathing review of + [noun]

同義詞
  • harsh

    less intense; can apply to any kind of severity, not only criticism

  • vitriolic

    stronger, suggesting bitter anger and hatred

  • devastating

    focuses on the damaging effect of the criticism

  • caustic

    adds an element of sarcasm or biting wit

反義詞
  • complimentary

    expressing praise rather than criticism

  • mild

    gentle in tone, opposite of severe

文法句型

scathing + noun (attack, report, review, remark)

scathing about something/somebody

用法筆記

Often placed before nouns such as attack, report, review, editorial, remark, or criticism. Can also follow a linking verb with about (e.g., the report was scathing about...).

常見錯誤

❌The report was scathing with the government's failures.
✅The report was scathing about the government's failures.
💡Use about (not with) to introduce the target of the criticism.
❌She gave him a scathing look when he arrived late.
✅She made a scathing remark about his constant lateness.
💡Scathing describes harsh spoken or written language, not facial expressions or gestures.