Contempt and Libeling

Contempt

Contempt noun - Open dislike for someone or something considered unworthy of one's concern or respect.

Libeling and contempt are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Libeling" instead a noun "Contempt".

Libeling

Libeling noun - The making of false statements that damage another's reputation.
Usage example: the underhanded politician resorted to libeling when it became clear that that was the only way he was going to win the election

Contempt and libeling are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Contempt" instead a noun "Libeling".

Nearby Words: libel, libeled
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