Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
calumniate
verb
/kəˈlʌm.ni.eɪt/
Definition
To make false and defamatory statements about someone; to slander or accuse falsely.
Examples
- They decided to calumniate their competitor in order to gain an advantage in the market.
- The politician was calumniated by his opponents during the campaign.
Meaning
Calumniate involves the act of damaging someone’s reputation by spreading untrue information.
Synonyms
- slander
- defame
- malign
- libel
