Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scathing-comment
noun
/ˈskeɪðɪŋ ˈkɒmɛnt/
Definition
A remark or statement that criticizes someone or something in a very harsh or severe way.
Examples
- His scathing comment about the presentation left the team feeling demoralized.
- She could not hold back her scathing comment after seeing the poor quality of the work.
Meaning
Scathing comments often express strong disapproval or contempt, intended to cut deeply or provoke a response.
Synonyms
- harsh criticism
- cutting remark
- caustic comment
- acerbic feedback
