Libel and Rumor

Libel

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

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

Nearby Words: libeling, libellous, libeled, libelled

Rumor

Rumor noun - Information or opinion that is widely disseminated without any authority or confirmation of accuracy.
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Synonyms for Rumor

Libel and rumor are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Libel" instead a noun "Rumor".

Nearby Words: rumour, rumored, rumoured, rumoring
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