Asperse and Denigrate

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Asperse

Asperse verb - To make untrue and harmful statements about.
Usage example: how dare you asperse the character of our dedicated pastor!
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Denigrate is a synonym for asperse in tarnish topic. In some cases you can use "Denigrate" instead a verb "Asperse", when it comes to topics like defame. popular alternative

Denigrate

Denigrate verb - To express scornfully one's low opinion of.
Usage example: theater critics have been denigrating her acting ability for years
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Asperse is a synonym for denigrate in tarnish topic. You can use "Asperse" instead a verb "Denigrate", if it concerns topics such as defame, belittle, disparage. rare substitute
Nearby Words: denigration, denigrating

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