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Calum

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Definition

Calum is a Scottish term used to refer to a falsehood or a slanderous statement.

Synonyms & similar words

slander defamation libel falsehood lie rumor gossip smear misrepresentation discredit disparagement vilification mudslinging backbiting aspersion talebearing scandal

Example sentences

  1. He was hurt by the calum spread about him.
  2. The calum ruined her reputation.
  3. Don't believe every calum you hear.
  4. She was accused of spreading calum.
  5. The newspaper published a calum about the politician.

Quotes

  • 'A lie can travel halfway around the world while the truth is putting on its shoes.' - Mark Twain
  • 'Rumors are carried by haters, spread by fools, and accepted by idiots.' - Nishan Panwar
  • 'The truth is rarely pure and never simple.' - Oscar Wilde

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