Libelous
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈlaɪ.bəl.əs/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Libelous is an adjective meaning Defamatory, libeling, referring to something that causes harm to someone's reputation especially with malice or disregard.
Meaning
Defamatory, libeling, referring to something that causes harm to someone's reputation especially with malice or disregard.
More Meanings
- Meeting the legal standards for libel.
Example Sentences
The accusation was libelous, full of falsehoods, spite and malice.
The court found the statement was not libelous because it was true.
Word Forms
- libellous
Synonyms for libelous
Depending on context, synonyms include harmful, denigratory, calumnious, libellous, defamatory, slanderous.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include libellous, defamatory, slanderous, calumniatory, calumnious, denigratory.
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