Dictionary Check: vitriol

"vitriol" is a valid word!

Scrabble 10 points
Words with Friends 12 points

Definition

noun

(H2SO4) a highly corrosive acid made from sulfur dioxide; widely used in the chemical industry

noun

abusive or venomous language used to express blame or censure or bitter deep-seated ill will

verb

expose to the effects of vitriol or injure with vitriol

verb

subject to bitter verbal abuse

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