Libeling and Malice

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

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

Nearby Words: libel, libeled

Malice

Malice noun - The desire to cause pain for the satisfaction of doing harm.

Libeling and malice are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Libeling" instead a noun "Malice".

Nearby Word: malicious

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