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/ˈskæθɪŋ ˈlæŋɡwɪdʒ/ · sca.thing.lang.uage
noun
  1. harsh, biting, or severely critical words or speech. The politician's scathing language in the debate sparked controversy among the audience.
  2. language that is strongly condemnatory or severely critical. The reviewer's scathing language in the review of the movie was not appreciated by the director.
Did you know? The phrase 'scathing language' is often used in politics and media to describe strong criticism or condemnation, but it can also be used in everyday conversations to describe harsh words or speech.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 15, 2026