Libeling and Libel

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

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

Nearby Words: libel, libeled

Libel

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

Libeling and libel are semantically related. You can use "Libeling" instead a noun "Libel".

Nearby Words: libeling, libellous, libeled, libelled
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