tirade — a long angry speech of criticism or accusation
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a long angry speech of criticism or accusation
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈtaɪreɪd/
Example Sentences
- After losing the game, the coach delivered a 20-minute tirade about teamwork.
- My mom's tirade about my messy room lasted longer than a Netflix episode.
- The customer's tirade about the cold coffee made everyone in the café uncomfortable.
tirade
NOUN[/ˈtaɪreɪd/]
a long angry speech of criticism or accusation
The coach launched into a furious tirade after the team's third loss this week.
His angry tirade at the parade was just a charade!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From French 'tirade', which comes from Italian 'tirata' meaning 'a long volley or burst', derived from the past participle of 'tirare' (to pull or draw). The word entered English in the 18th century.
Breakdown
tirade: From Italian 'tirata' (pulled/drawn out) < 'tirare' (to pull) = a prolonged outpouring or lengthy speech
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📝Examples
“After losing the game, the coach delivered a 20-minute tirade about teamwork.”
“My mom's tirade about my messy room lasted longer than a Netflix episode.”
“The customer's tirade about the cold coffee made everyone in the café uncomfortable.”
“He launched into a tirade against social media that ironically went viral on Twitter.”
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