What does calumnious mean?
Calumnious means Possessing the traits of calumny..
Calumnious
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
Possessing the traits of calumny..
Example Sentences
...they must be his companions in some humble abode, in some remote obscurity; for it was in virtuous privacy only that he could hope to find a shelter from an ill-judging and calumnious world.
Synonyms for calumnious
Antonyms for calumnious
Related Words
Word Forms
- more calumnious
- most calumnious
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for calumnious?
Common synonyms include harmful, denigratory, libelous, libellous.
What is the opposite of calumnious?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use calumnious in a sentence?
...they must be his companions in some humble abode, in some remote obscurity; for it was in virtuous privacy only that he could hope to find a shelter from an ill-judging and calumnious world.
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