flak

Noun (3)

1. a slick spokesperson who can turn any criticism to the advantage of their employerSynonyms: flak catcherflack catcherflack
2. intense adverse criticism“Clinton directed his fire at the Republican Party”“the government has come under attack”“don't give me any flak”Synonyms: fireattackflackblast
3. artillery designed to shoot upward at airplanesSynonyms: antiaircraftantiaircraft gunflackpom-pomack-ackack-ack gun