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"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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If he continues spreading false rumors, he will defame his own character.
The tabloid often tries to defame celebrities by spreading false rumors about them.

Defame

dih-feym
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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