Defaming and Slander

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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
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Slander and defaming are semantically related. in scorn topic. In some cases you can use "Slander" instead the word "Defaming" as a noun or a verb, when it comes to topics like disparagement.
Nearby Words: defame, defamation, defamed

Slander

Slander noun - The making of false statements that damage another's reputation.
Usage example: instead of resorting to slander, the candidates should be outlining their plans for getting us out of this mess
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Defaming and slander are semantically related. You can use "Defaming" instead a noun "Slander".
Nearby Words: slanderous, slanderer, slandered, slandering, slanderously

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