Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
much-maligned
Adjective
/mʌtʃ məˈlaɪnd/
Definition
much-maligned refers to something or someone that has been criticized or spoken of negatively, often unjustly or excessively.
Examples
- The much-maligned policy was actually beneficial to many communities.
- Despite being much-maligned, the movie gained a cult following over the years.
- The author’s much-maligned novel is now considered a classic.
Meaning
The term conveys the idea of being subjected to considerable disapproval or blame, usually more than what is fair or reasonable.
Synonyms
- criticized
- denigrated
- disparaged
- slandered
