Erroneous
Erroneous adjective - Not being in agreement with what is true.
Libelous and erroneous are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Libelous" instead an adjective "Erroneous".
Nearby Words: error, erroneously
Libelous
Libelous adjective - Causing or intended to cause unjust injury to a person's good name.
Usage example: libelous statements about a celebrity for which the tabloid was sued
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