Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tear-into
phrasal verb
/tɛr ˈɪntu/
Definition
To criticize someone or something harshly or to attack someone verbally.
Examples
- After the delay, the manager tore into the team for not meeting deadlines.
- She didn’t hold back when she tore into her opponent during the debate.
Meaning
To engage in a vigorous or aggressive verbal assault, often in the context of expressing strong disapproval.
Synonyms
- criticize
- berate
- revile
- scold
