WordValetirade
a long, angry speech of criticism
In more detail
a long, angry speech or expression of criticism; a passionate outburst of complaints or accusations
Examples
- She went on a tirade against the unfair treatment of workers.
How to use tirade
A tirade is a forceful, typically one-sided expression of strong criticism or complaint, often delivered at length and with intensity. It differs from a simple rant in being more structured and formal, and from a diatribe in focusing more on complaint and grievance than intellectual attack. Tirades often suggest the speaker is carried away by emotion rather than making a reasoned argument.
Common phrases
- launch into a tirade
- go on a tirade
- bitter tirade
- angry tirade
- tirade against
Synonyms
diatribe · rant · harangue · philippic · outburst
Word family
tirade (noun)
A common mistake
Learners sometimes use tirade for any long speech; it specifically implies anger, criticism, or complaint, not simply any lengthy discourse.
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