Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
aspersion
noun
/əˈspɜːr.ʒən/
Definition
An attack on the reputation or integrity of someone or something.
Examples
- Despite the aspersions cast by her rivals, she continued to work hard and prove her worth.
- The politician’s speech was rife with aspersions against his opponent’s character.
Meaning
Aspersion refers to a negative remark or criticism that harms someone’s reputation. It often implies slander or defamation.
Synonyms
- calumny
- slander
- defamation
- maligning
- denigration
