libellous Synonyms
libellous Meaning
libellous (s)
(used of statements) harmful and often untrue; tending to discredit or malign
libellous Sentence Examples
- The article contained libellous accusations against the politician, damaging his reputation.
- The journalist was sued for libel after publishing a libellous story about a celebrity.
- The company's libellous advertising campaign led to a lawsuit from a competitor.
- The website spread libellous rumours about the businessman, causing him significant distress.
- The politician threatened to sue the newspaper for libel if they published defamatory remarks.
- The court ruled that the newspaper was not liable for libel, as the statements made were true.
- The lawyer advised the client to refrain from making libellous allegations that could lead to legal consequences.
- The libellous tweet quickly went viral, causing widespread damage to the reputation of the individual.
- The blogger was found guilty of libel for publishing false and damaging information about a public figure.
- The social media post was deemed libellous due to its malicious intent and harmful impact on the subject's character.
FAQs About the word libellous
(used of statements) harmful and often untrue; tending to discredit or malign
inaccurate, slanderous, incorrect, defamatory, scandalous,erroneous, false, calumnious, untrue, derogatory
favorable, appreciative, complimentary, appreciative, favorable, complimentary, laudatory, correct, valid, sound
The article contained libellous accusations against the politician, damaging his reputation.
The journalist was sued for libel after publishing a libellous story about a celebrity.
The company's libellous advertising campaign led to a lawsuit from a competitor.
The website spread libellous rumours about the businessman, causing him significant distress.
