Defaming
Defaming noun - The making of false statements that damage another's reputation.
Usage example: the callous defaming of the popular actress by the unscrupulous tabloid reporter
Libeling and defaming are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Libeling" instead the word "Defaming" as a noun or an adjective.
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
Defaming and libeling are semantically related. You can use "Defaming" instead the word "Libeling" as a noun or an adjective.
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