🗣️aspersion

noun
/əˈspɜːr.ʒən/

Meaning

An attack on the reputation or integrity of someone.

Example Sentences

He cast an aspersion on her character.

Example Expressions

cast aspersions

Synonyms

slander, defamation, smear, accusation, criticism

Antonyms

praise, compliment, approval

Collocations

cast aspersion, throw aspersion, attack with aspersion

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