1. executing someone by nailing or binding them to a cross
Usage: present participle of crucify
2. severely criticizing or punishing someone
Usage: figurative

Examples

• The Romans were crucifying criminals as a form of capital punishment.
• The historical accounts describe the practice of crucifying prisoners.
• The media is crucifying the politician over the scandal.
• The coach was crucifying the team for their poor performance.
• Critics are crucifying the director’s latest film.
• She felt like her boss was crucifying her for one small mistake.