Detraction synonyms | phrases

Phrases with similar meaning for Detraction

• character assassination

  attack
• petty criticism
• running down

  misrepresentation, disparagement
• put-down
• smear campaign

  misrepresentation
• bad-mouthing
• hostile criticism

  aspersion
• dirty linen
• idle rumor
• skeleton in closet
• black eye
• backhanded compliment
• dirty dig
• white lie
• tall story
• mud-slinging
• cheap shot
• dirty laundry
• low-down dirty
• slap in face
• back bite
• public embarrassment
• scandalous remark
• tall tale
• made-up story
• evil-speaking
• unkind remarks
• hateful talk
• playing down
• bad press
• de-emphasis
• soft-pedaling
• name-calling
• malicious gossip

  defamation