Synonyms for Villainizes:
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v.
• defame
- asperse
, - bad-mouth
, - belie
, - besmirch
, - blacken
, - blister
, - calumniate
, - cast aspersions on
, - cast slur on
, - denigrate
, - detract
, - discredit
, - disgrace
, - dishonor
, - disparage
, - do a number on
, - knock
, - malign
, - pan
, - put zingers on
, - roast
, - scandalize
, - scorch
, - slam
, - smear
, - speak evil of
, - stigmatize
, - throw mud at
, - traduce
, - vilify
, - villainize
, - vituperate
.
• malign
- abuse
, - accuse
, - backbite
, - befoul
, - bespatter
, - cast aspersion
, - curse
, - decry
, - defile
, - depreciate
, - derogate
, - dirty
, - harm
, - injure
, - insult
, - misrepresent
, - mudsling
, - opprobriate
, - pollute
, - rap
, - revile
, - run down
, - slur
, - soil
, - spatter
, - speak ill of
, - stain
, - sully
, - taint
, - take a swipe at
, - tarnish
, - tear down
.
What are the hypernyms for Villainizes?
A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
What are the opposite words for villainizes?
The word "villainizes" refers to the act of portraying someone as a villain or making them appear evil or wicked. The antonyms for "villainizes" would be the terms "glorifies," "exalts," "ennobles," or "lionizes." These words all have a positive connotation and are used to describe someone who is celebrated or admired for their achievements or virtuous behavior. Conversely, if someone is being portrayed negatively or being made to look like a villain, these terms can be used to counteract that portrayal and present a more positive and accurate image of the individual in question.
What are the antonyms for Villainizes?
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v.
• defame
• malign
- aid
, - assist
, - benefit
, - clean
, - cleanse
, - fix
, - help
, - increase
, - mend
, - purify
, - uphold
.
Semantically related words:
villainize, villainized, villainizes, villainizing
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