Definitions

defamation

[def-uh-mey-shuhn] / ˌdɛf əˈmeɪ ʃən /

NOUN

libel, slander

Synonyms

STRONGEST

denigration disparagement

STRONG

aspersion calumny depreciation detraction dirt dump dynamite hit knock lie mud obloquy opprobrium scorcher slam slime slur smear tale traducement vilification

WEAK

backbiting backstabbing belittlement black eye character assassination cheap shot dirty laundry low-down dirty slap in face

Antonyms

STRONG

compliment flattery praise

WEAK

approval commendation exaltation

Example Sentences

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Lu has filed libel and defamation suits in South Africa, Australia, the U.K. and other countries against some of his critics, including Longwe, the internet-service provider executive in Malawi.

From The Wall Street Journal

And a few weeks ago, Mr. Lowell also folded, settling a defamation case the pair had brought against him, which was dismissed but which the whistleblowers could appeal.

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Tom Clare, a defamation lawyer representing Mickelson, pointed to an X post by the golfer in which he described the reports as false.

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Nicklaus Cos., a golf-course designer and marketer of Jack Nicklaus products, has filed for bankruptcy after being hit with a $50 million defamation verdict in favor of the legendary golfer and company founder.

From The Wall Street Journal

A World Liberty spokesman forwarded the request to defamation counsel from law firm Clare Locke.

From Barron's

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