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6 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Defame' in a Sentence

"To harm someone's good name or reputation by spreading false and harmful statements, either spoken or written; to slander or libel someone." more

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The false accusations in the gossip magazine aimed to defame the popular actor's character.
The tabloid newspaper is currently defaming the celebrity for alleged misconduct.
The tabloid had been defaming the celebrity, tarnishing her image with baseless accusations.
After the scandal is exposed, the tabloid will have defamed the celebrity's personal life.
The tabloid newspaper is defaming the celebrity's character with false accusations.
The scandalous article defamed the actor's character.

Defame

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verbTo harm someone's good name or reputation by spreading false and harmful statements, either spoken or written; to slander or libel someone.

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Last Updated On: January 16, 2024
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