Fable and Libel

Fable

Fable noun - A statement known by its maker to be untrue and made in order to deceive.
Usage example: the fables that people tell themselves to rationalize their failures and shortcomings

Libel and fable are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Libel" instead a noun "Fable".

Nearby Word: fabled

Libel

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

Fable and libel are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Fable" instead a noun "Libel".

Nearby Words: libeling, libellous, libeled, libelled

How words are described

genuine genuine fable genuine libel
blatant blatant fable blatant libel
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