Invective (from
Middle English
Middle English (abbreviated to ME) is a form of the English language that was spoken after the Norman Conquest of 1066, until the late 15th century. The English language underwent distinct variations and developments following the Old English pe ...
''invectif'', or
Old French
Old French (, , ; ) was the language spoken in most of the northern half of France approximately between the late 8th and
and Late Latin ''invectus'') is abusive, or insulting language used to express blame or censure; or, a form of rude expression or discourse intended to offend or hurt;