Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
under-fire
Adjective
/ˌʌndərˈfaɪər/
Definition
Experiencing strong criticism or scrutiny, typically in a public context.
Examples
- The politician found himself under-fire after the scandal broke.
- The company’s CEO was under-fire for the recent layoffs.
- During the debate, she was under-fire from her opponents about her policies.
Meaning
The term ‘under-fire’ is used to describe a situation where someone or something is being subjected to intense criticism or is facing challenges, often in a political or social context.
Synonyms
- Under attack
- Under scrutiny
- Criticized
- Assailed
