English Word · Intermediate
rubbish
To criticize, to denigrate, to denounce, to disparage
Pronunciation: /ˈɹʌbɪʃ/
Meaning
To criticize, to denigrate, to denounce, to disparage.
Example
We're messing around at work, the three of us, getting ready to go home and rubbishing each other's five best side one track ones of all time [...]
We're messing around at work, the three of us, getting ready to go home and rubbishing each other's five best side one track ones of all time [...]
Practice tips
- Practice rubbish out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.