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Defamatory

Verb / dɪˈfæmʌˌtɔ:ri: / Another word for defamatory — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

damaging a persons reputation through false statements or accusations

Synonyms & similar words

denigratory calumniatory libelous libellous slanderous denigrating calumnious denigrative slanderous libelous calumnious malignant vilifying disparaging insulting abusive denigrating vitriolic scandalous smearing discrediting belittling degrading disparaging vilifying calumniatory injurious hurtful

Example sentences

  1. The newspaper published a defamatory article about the celebrity.
  2. The politician accused his opponent of making defamatory statements.
  3. The company sued the former employee for making defamatory comments on social media.
  4. The actress filed a lawsuit against the magazine for publishing defamatory lies about her.
  5. The authors defamatory remarks about the publisher led to a cancellation of his book deal.

Quotes

  • A defamatory statement is one calculated to injure the reputation of another by imputing to him a crime, a vice, or some other thing which is discreditable to him.
  • Defamatory language is not protected by the First Amendment.
  • Defamation is the act of injuring another persons reputation by making false statements.

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