How do you pronounce defamation?

defamation is pronounced as /ˌdɛfəˈmeɪʃən/.

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defamation

📰defamation

noun

/ˌdɛfəˈmeɪʃən/

defalcate defame

Meaning

the act of damaging someone's reputation by making false statements

Example Sentences

The newspaper was sued for defamation of character.

Example Expressions

character defamation

Synonyms

slander, libel, vilification, smear

Antonyms

praise, compliment, admiration

Collocations

defamation suit, defamation case, defamation of character

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