HECKLE
/ ˈhɛk əl / [HEK-uh l] (v.)
– to interrupt or harass a public speaker
Example: The angry crowd heckled the politician.
Additional info: Synonyms for heckle include bully, ridicule, and taunt.
OUTRAGE
/ ˈaʊt reɪdʒ / [OUT-reyj] (n.)
– a strong feeling of anger
Example: There was much outrage over the president’s decision to pass the law.
Additional info: As a verb, it means to make someone angry or to offend someone.
HURL
/ hɜrl / [hurl] (v.)
– to speak with anger
Example: The mob hurled insults at the police.
Additional info: It can also mean to literally throw an object.
STRIVE
/ straɪv / [strahyv] (v.)
– to exert great effort
Example: The government strives to keep the country safe.
Additional info: It can also mean to compete.
INVADE
/ ɪnˈveɪd / [in-VEYD] (v.)
– to forcefully take control of a place
Example: Foreign forces tried to invade our country, but they failed.
Additional info: Conquer is similar to this word.
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