aspersions (Meaning)
aspersions
a sprinkling with water especially in religious ceremonies, the act of making such a charge, an evil report or false charge, a false or misleading charge meant to harm someone's reputation
Synonyms & Antonyms of aspersions
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aspersions Sentence Examples
- The candidate's opponent unjustly cast aspersions on his character during the heated campaign.
- The news report reported baseless aspersions against the renowned scientist, sparking outrage.
- The lawyer vehemently denied the aspersions made by the prosecution, calling them unfounded and malicious.
- The public outcry stemmed from the unfounded aspersions made against the integrity of the elected official.
- The defamation trial centered around the damaging aspersions spread by the gossip columnist.
- The judge dismissed the charges, citing a lack of evidence to support the aspersions against the defendant.
- The anonymous letter contained scurrilous aspersions on the town's mayor, igniting a wave of speculation.
- The business owner's reputation was sullied by the unfair aspersions made by a disgruntled former employee.
- The historian challenged the aspersions cast on the validity of an ancient artifact, presenting convincing evidence to the contrary.
- In the interest of fostering unity, the community leaders condemned the aspersions and rumors that had divided them.
FAQs About the word aspersions
a sprinkling with water especially in religious ceremonies, the act of making such a charge, an evil report or false charge, a false or misleading charge meant
calumnies, darts, names,criticisms, attacks, insults, insinuations, slanders, offences, vilifications
applauses, accolades, respects, acclaim, honors,commendations, praises,flatteries, adulations, adorations
The candidate's opponent unjustly cast aspersions on his character during the heated campaign.
The news report reported baseless aspersions against the renowned scientist, sparking outrage.
The lawyer vehemently denied the aspersions made by the prosecution, calling them unfounded and malicious.
The public outcry stemmed from the unfounded aspersions made against the integrity of the elected official.
