Libel and Reverence

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

Usage example: the governor's office issued a statement accusing the state's largest newspaper of libel

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Reverence is an antonym for libel.

Nearby Words: libeling, libellous, libeled, libelled

Reverence verb - To offer honor or respect to (someone) as a divine power.

Usage example: devotees coming to reverence their god

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Libel is an antonym for reverence.

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