Flattery and Libeling

Opposite meaning words

Flattery noun - Excessive praise.

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Libeling is an antonym for flattery.

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

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Flattery is an antonym for libeling.

Nearby Words: libel, libeled

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