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PILLORYING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Pillorying.

Pillorying - as a noun

A wooden instrument of punishment on a post with holes for the wrists and neck; offenders were locked in and so exposed to public scorn

Pillorying - as a verb

Expose to ridicule or public scorn

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
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Punish by putting in a pillory

Criticize harshly or violently

Example: "The press savaged the new president"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blast7crucify17savage10

Example Sentences

"The journalist wrote an article pillorying the corrupt politician."
"The comedian was pillorying the government's policies during his stand-up routine."
"The newspaper editorial started pillorying the company for its unethical business practices."
"The outspoken activist enjoys pillorying politicians who don't keep their promises."
"I saw a group of protestors pillorying the politician for his controversial statements."
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Word Game Points

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

PILLORYING has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is PILLORYING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, pillorying is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PILLORYING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is PILLORYING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, pillorying is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PILLORYING has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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