Libel and Offend

Libel

Libel verb - To make untrue and harmful statements about.

Offend and libel are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Offend" instead a verb "Libel".

Nearby Words: libeling, libellous, libeled, libelled

Offend

Offend verb - To cause hurt feelings or deep resentment in.
Usage example: the visitor unintentionally offended his hosts terribly by failing to compliment them on the elaborately prepared meal

Libel and offend are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Libel" instead a verb "Offend".

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