Another Word For Slander

Meaning

Slander refers to the action or crime of making a false spoken statement that damages a person's reputation. It involves telling lies about someone in a way that can harm their personal or professional standing. Unlike libel, which involves written defamation, slander is spoken and often considered less permanent.

Synonyms

• Defamation
• Calumny
• Libel (though technically different, it's often used interchangeably)
• False accusations
• Vilification

Antonyms

• Praise
• Commendation
• Honor
• Compliment
• Respect

Etymology

The term "slander" comes from Middle English "slandre" or "slandren," which is derived from Old French "esclandre," meaning "to defame." The word has roots in the Latin "calumnia," which also means "false accusation" or "slander."

Examples

1. The politician was upset when he found out about the slander circulating in the media.
2. She decided to take legal action against the local newspaper for slander after they published false claims about her.
3. It is important to distinguish between opinion and slander when discussing someone's character openly.
4. The athlete's career was nearly destroyed by slanderous remarks made by his rivals.