Libeling and Spiteful

Libeling

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

Spiteful and libeling are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Spiteful" instead an adjective "Libeling".

Nearby Words: libel, libeled

Spiteful

Spiteful adjective - Having or showing a desire to cause someone pain or suffering for the sheer enjoyment of it.

Libeling and spiteful are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Libeling" instead an adjective "Spiteful".

Nearby Words: spite, spitefully, spited
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