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defamatory

UK
/dɪˈfæmətəri/
US
/dɪˈfæməˌtɔri/

Translations

defamatoryadjective
more defamatory
Comp.
most defamatory
Super.
UK
/dɪˈfæmətəri/
US
/dɪˈfæməˌtɔri/
diffamatoireJuridique et courant : qui porte atteinte à l'honneur ou à la réputation de quelqu'un.
The article contained defamatory remarks about the mayor.
L'article contenait des propos diffamatoires sur le maire.
Additional translations
calomnieuxSurtout pour des accusations ou propos mensongers portant atteinte à la réputation.
Synonyms
injurious
slanderous
calumnious
malicious
libelous
Antonyms
complimentary
praiseworthy
laudatory

Definitions

defamatoryadjective
Tending to damage the reputation of someone through false or unjustified claims.
The article was filled with defamatory statements that harmed the politician's career.
Containing or constituting defamation; slanderous or libellous, especially in a legal sense.
The court ruled that the book contained defamatory passages that tarnished the scientist's reputation.
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