defame (Meaning)
defame (v)
charge falsely or with malicious intent; attack the good name and reputation of someone
defame (v. t.)
To harm or destroy the good fame or reputation of; to disgrace; especially, to speak evil of maliciously; to dishonor by slanderous reports; to calumniate; to asperse.
To render infamous; to bring into disrepute.
To charge; to accuse.
defame (n.)
Dishonor.
Synonyms & Antonyms of defame
defame Sentence Examples
- It is unethical to defame someone's character without evidence to support your claims.
- The competitor attempted to defame our brand by spreading false rumors about our product quality.
- He threatened to sue anyone who dared to defame his reputation.
- Social media can be a platform where individuals defame others with impunity.
- The actress refused to engage in tabloid interviews that aimed to defame her character.
- A single scandal can quickly defame a public figure and ruin their career.
- It is important to speak truthfully and avoid trying to defame others out of spite.
- The journalist faced backlash for attempting to defame the integrity of the local politician.
- Politicians often resort to mudslinging tactics to defame their opponents during election campaigns.
- The company's CEO vowed to take legal action against anyone who attempted to defame the company's reputation.
FAQs About the word defame
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It is unethical to defame someone's character without evidence to support your claims.
The competitor attempted to defame our brand by spreading false rumors about our product quality.
He threatened to sue anyone who dared to defame his reputation.
Social media can be a platform where individuals defame others with impunity.
