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vitriolic
Tính từ
This term describes a specific kind of aggression that is intended to burn or erode the target's reputation and spirit. It suggests a caustic, acidic quality where the words are not just angry, but designed to be permanently damaging and corrosive. While a comment can be "harsh" or "critical," a vitriolic one is characterized by an intense, concentrated hatred. It is most commonly used in political commentary, academic disputes, or high-conflict personal arguments where the goal is total demolition of the opponent.