lambasted

American  

[lam-bey-stid, -ba-] / læmˈbeɪ stɪd, -ˈbæ- /

adjective

1. having been strongly or severely criticized.

   Unfortunately, a very weak script and lackluster direction resulted in a critically lambasted film and poor box office.

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verb

1. the simple past tense and past participle of lambaste.

Etymology

Origin of lambasted

lambaste ( def. ) + -ed ² ( def. )

Example Sentences

He has drawn allegations of corruption—which he has denied—and been lambasted for allegedly amassing personal wealth.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

Fennell couldn’t alter the nature of Heathcliff and Cathy’s relationship without being lambasted, but del Toro could make his Creature into an immortal, regenerating super-monster and remain acclaimed.

From Salon • Feb. 23, 2026

A huge swath of acts from Lady Gaga, Tyler, the Creator, Neil Young, Dave Grohl and Lamb of God’s singer Randy Blythe have lambasted the violence of the raids on stages and social media.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 30, 2026

While Wrexham made the most of their FA Cup opportunity, Dyche lambasted some of his players for "not making the most of the platform".

From BBC • Jan. 9, 2026

"He did, an' I lambasted him," replied Slone, with force.

From Wildfire by Grey, Zane