crucify

Definition

To execute (a person) by nailing to a cross.

Etymology

From Middle English crucifien, from Old French crucefier, from Late Latin crucificō, from Latin crucifigō.

Example Sentences

• "After his public gaffe, he was crucified in the media."
• "Having behind us the commercial interests and the laboring interests and all the toiling masses, we shall answer their demands for a gold standard by saying to them, you shall not press down upon the brow of labor this crown of thorns. You shall not crucify mankind upon a cross of gold."
• "I crucify myself, nothing I do is good enough for you / I crucify myself every day"

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