How to Pronounce Invective

To pronounce "invective", say INV-ect-iv-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ɪnˈvɛktɪv/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

/ɪnˈvɛktɪv/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “invective”

"invective" has 4 syllables: inv-ect-iv-e. It rhymes with objective and perspective, if that helps it stick.

What does invective mean?

noun

  1. An expression which inveighs or rails against a person.
  2. A severe or violent censure or reproach.

adjective

  1. Characterized by invection or railing.

    “Tom's speeches became diatribes — each more invective than the last.”

Synonyms

abusivecriticaldenunciatorysatiricalvitriolicvituperative

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Words that rhyme with invective

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

objectiveperspectivecollectiveprospectivereflectiveeffectiveintrospectivedefectivesubjectiveineffectiveretrospectiveaffective

Related words

vituperationvitriolname-callingcontumelyabuseinvectionrevileenvy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "invective"?▾

"Invective" has 4 syllables: inv · ect · iv · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "invective"?▾

The IPA transcription of "invective" is /ɪnˈvɛktɪv/.

What does "invective" mean?▾

Invective: An expression which inveighs or rails against a person.

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