calumnious (Meaning)
calumnious (s)
(used of statements) harmful and often untrue; tending to discredit or malign
calumnious (a.)
Containing or implying calumny; false, malicious, and injurious to reputation; slanderous; as, calumnious reports.
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calumnious Sentence Examples
- His calumnious accusations against his former business partner were unfounded.
- The article was criticized for its calumnious portrayal of the political candidate.
- Despite her innocence, she faced a barrage of calumnious attacks from the media.
- The tabloid newspaper was notorious for its calumnious headlines targeting celebrities.
- He was shocked by the calumnious rumors being spread about him in the workplace.
- The blogger's calumnious posts were flagged for containing false information.
- The lawsuit aimed to hold accountable those responsible for the calumnious statements made against the company.
- Despite the calumnious nature of the allegations, he remained composed and dignified.
- The documentary aimed to debunk the calumnious myths surrounding the historical figure.
- She confronted the individual spreading calumnious lies about her, demanding an apology.
FAQs About the word calumnious
(used of statements) harmful and often untrue; tending to discredit or malignContaining or implying calumny; false, malicious, and injurious to reputation; slan
scandalous, libelous, unfavorable,libellous, slanderous, defamatory, erroneous, false,incorrect, uncomplimentary
favorable, appreciative, complimentary, appreciative, complimentary, favorable, correct, eulogistic, accurate, factual
His calumnious accusations against his former business partner were unfounded.
The article was criticized for its calumnious portrayal of the political candidate.
Despite her innocence, she faced a barrage of calumnious attacks from the media.
The tabloid newspaper was notorious for its calumnious headlines targeting celebrities.
