Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rip-into
phrasal verb
/ˈrɪp ˈɪntuː/
Definition
To criticize someone or something very harshly; to attack verbally.
Examples
- After the presentation, the manager really ripped into the team for their lack of preparation.
- He didn’t hold back and ripped into the policy changes during the meeting.
Meaning
Rip-into means to express strong disapproval or anger towards someone, often in a forceful manner.
Synonyms
- criticize
- berate
- scold
- rebuke
