Definition

Verb: - To criticize strongly with the intent to reject or refute; to denounce, to disparage, to run down. The word implies a forceful, often public, criticism aimed at completely negating or invalidating an idea, theory, or achievement. It combines the meanings of "bài" (to criticize, to condemn) and "bác" (to reject, to refute).

Usage Examples

• Verb:
  • Anh ấy thường bài bác các lý thuyết cũ. (He often disparages old theories.)
  • Không nên bài bác công lao của người khác. (One should not run down other people's merits.)
  • Bài viết đó bài bác quan điểm lỗi thời. (That article denounces the outdated viewpoint.)

Advanced Usage

• "bài bác kịch liệt": to vehemently denounce.
  • Họ bài bác kịch liệt chính sách mới. (They vehemently denounced the new policy.)
• Often used in formal, academic, or political contexts to describe the act of systematically arguing against and rejecting a doctrine, ideology, or claim.

Variants and Related Words

• Chê bai (verb): to criticize, to find fault. (Less forceful than "bài bác", more general criticism.)
• Bác bỏ (verb): to refute, to reject (an argument, a proposal). Focuses on the act of rejection, often logical.
• Phê phán (verb): to critique, to criticize. Can be constructive or destructive, but not necessarily aiming for total invalidation like "bài bác".
• Lên án (verb): to condemn. Strong moral disapproval, often used for actions/behaviors.

Synonyms

• Disparage: to speak about in a slighting way; belittle.
• Denounce: to condemn openly as being wrong or reprehensible.
• Run down: to criticize adversely.
• Stigmatize: to describe or regard as worthy of disgrace or great disapproval.

Notes on Meaning

• Primary Meaning: The core meaning is a strong, combative form of criticism aimed at complete rejection. It is not neutral or constructive feedback.
• Context: Commonly used regarding ideologies, theories, philosophies, or significant achievements. It is less likely to be used for trivial matters.
• Nuance: Carries a connotation of being argumentative and dismissive. The subject is often an authority or a published work arguing against another established view.

verb

1. To disparage, to run down
   • bài bác công lao của ai
     to disparage someone's merits
   • bài bác những quan điểm tiến bộ
     to run down progressive views