Defamatory
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /dɪˈfæmətɹi/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Defamatory is an adjective meaning Damaging to someone's reputation, especially if untrue.
Meaning
Damaging to someone's reputation, especially if untrue.
Example Sentences
defamatory statement
defamatory allegation
sue for defamatory comments
The journalist sued for defamatory remarks.
Synonyms for defamatory
Depending on context, synonyms include slanderous, scandalous, scurrilous, libelous, calumnious, injurious.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include calumniatory, slanderous, calumnious, libelous, libellous, denigrative.
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