lambasted

American

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

adjective

having been strongly or severely criticized.

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

verb

the simple past tense and past participle of lambaste.

Etymology

Origin of lambasted

lambaste ( def. ) + -ed ² ( def. )

Example Sentences

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In 2019, he publicly lambasted authorities for their handling of the pro-democracy protests.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

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

He watched a speech she delivered in the Guildhall which he later lambasted as being "imbalanced" and "one-sided."

From BBC • Feb. 8, 2026

And when Hank tried to put in an oar, he lambasted him.

From The Corner House Girls Snowbound by Hill, Grace Brooks

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