brickbat
noun as in strong fondness
Word Combinations
Example:When he refused to apologize, his boss gave him a brickbat, calling him disrespectful in front of the team.
Definition:To harshly criticize or verbally attack someone
From give someone a brickbat
Example:After his poor performance, he took a brickbat from his mentor.
Definition:To receive harsh criticism or a verbal attack
From take a brickbat
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