Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
libelous
Adjective
/ˈlaɪbələs/
Definition
Libelous refers to something that includes false and damaging statements about someone, typically published in writing or another permanent form.
Examples
- The article contained several libelous claims about the politician.
- She decided to sue the magazine for their libelous statements about her business practices.
Meaning
This term describes a situation where false information is presented as fact, harming someone’s reputation.
Synonyms
- Defamatory
- Slanderous
- Malicious
