ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Mudslinger

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Mudslinger is a noun meaning One who casts aspersions or insults; especially a political candidate who makes negative statements about the opposition.

Meaning

One who casts aspersions or insults; especially a political candidate who makes negative statements about the opposition.

Example Sentences

Yet, even while modern mudslinging has grown more rampant […] the phenomenon is hardly new.

Word Forms

Synonyms for mudslinger

Depending on context, synonyms include muckraker.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include muckraker, sleazemonger, slangwhanger, mudsill, badmouther, smutmonger.

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