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Vocabulary Entry
slander
|noun • verb
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N
noun
The action or crime of making a false spoken statement damaging to a person's reputation.
Example Sentences
"He filed a lawsuit for slander against the magazine."
"Slander can have serious consequences for both the accuser and the accused."
"Protecting oneself from slanderous statements is important in maintaining a good reputation."
V
verb
To make false spoken statements about someone that damage their reputation.
Example Sentences
"She slandered her former boss during the interview."
"If you slander someone, you could face legal repercussions."
"They accused him of slandering their brand on social media."