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villify

Part of speech: verb

Sense 1: To defame or slander someone or something, usually with the intention of causing harm or damage to their reputation.

Example sentence: The tabloid newspaper continuously published false stories to villify the actor.

Sense 2: To blame or criticize someone or something in an abusive or derogatory manner.

Example sentence: The politician used the debate as an opportunity to villify his opponent and gain public support.

Sense 3: To portray a fictional character in literature, film, or theater as morally corrupt or wicked.

Example sentence: The author skillfully villified the antagonist in the novel, creating a sense of dread and suspense.

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