Defamation
Defamation noun - The making of false statements that damage another's reputation.
Usage example: accused the newspaper columnist of defamation of character
Innuendo and defamation are semantically related In some cases you can use "Innuendo" instead a noun "Defamation".
Innuendo
Innuendo noun - A slyly or subtly derogatory remark.
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Synonyms for Innuendo
Defamation and innuendo are semantically related in abuse topic. Sometimes you can use "Defamation" instead a noun "Innuendo", if it concerns topics such as disparagement.
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