vilify – to say or write unpleasant things about someone or something

To remember the definition of the word vilify, use the following mnemonic:

This villain isn't fine (vilify). These online trolls say or write things about people without any consequence.

Examples of vilify in a sentence

The politician wrote an article to vilify his opponent.

After Gavin was dumped by Jeff, he did everything he could to vilify him to his friends.

Beth had no idea her best friends were trying to vilify her.