defamation
1. [ noun ] a malicious attack
Synonyms: calumny hatchet_job traducement obloquy
Related terms: disparagement name libel slander character_assassination name_calling smear badmouth
2. [ noun ] an abusive attack on a person's character or good name
Synonyms: calumny slander denigration aspersion
Related terms: attack deprecation defame
Similar spelling:   defamatory
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