Epithet and Vilification

Epithet

Epithet noun - A descriptive or familiar name given instead of or in addition to the one belonging to an individual.
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Vilification and epithet are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Vilification" instead a noun "Epithet".

Vilification

Vilification noun - The making of false statements that damage another's reputation.

Epithet and vilification are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Epithet" instead a noun "Vilification".

Nearby Words: vilify, vilified, vilifying
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