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Recriminations Meaning in English

word · lemma: recrimination

ɹɪˌkɹɪmɪˈneɪʃənz
ri-KRIM-i-NAY-shunz
ɹɪkɹˌɪmɪnˈeɪʃənz
ri-krim-i-NAY-shunz

Definition

Recriminations are angry accusations or criticisms exchanged between people, usually after a conflict or argument.

Usage & Nuances

The term is formal and often used in news, books, or formal discussions after disputes. It usually refers to two or more sides blaming each other, not just one-sided criticism. Common in phrases like 'bitter recriminations' or 'a cycle of recriminations.'

Example Sentences

Their argument dissolved into pointless recriminations that solved nothing.

natural

The argument ended in recriminations.

basic

There were bitter recriminations after the meeting.

basic

The discussion quickly turned into recriminations.

basic

After the scandal broke, there were endless recriminations in the media.

natural

Instead of solutions, the meeting was full of recriminations and blame.

natural