to crucify
Pronunciation
/ˈkɹusəˌfaɪ/
crucified

Definition & Meaning of "crucify"in English

to crucify
01

kill by nailing onto a cross

Grammatical Information
Action verb
Regular
Present tense
crucify
3rd person singular
crucifies
Past simple
crucified
Past participle
crucified
02

treat cruelly

03

to criticize or condemn someone harshly and unfairly

Examples
The media crucified the celebrity for a minor mistake.
04

hold within limits and control

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