Innuendo and Libeling

Innuendo

Innuendo noun - A slyly or subtly derogatory remark.
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Libeling and innuendo are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Libeling" instead a noun "Innuendo".

Libeling

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

Innuendo and libeling are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Innuendo" instead a noun "Libeling".

Nearby Words: libel, libeled
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