Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
slander
noun
/ˈslændər/
Definition
Slander refers to the act of making false spoken statements about someone that can damage their reputation.
Examples
- She was deeply hurt by the slanderous remarks made about her in the meeting.
- The politician filed a lawsuit against the newspaper for slander after they published false claims.
- Slander can lead to significant legal consequences if proven true.
Meaning
To slander someone is to spread lies or untruths verbally, which can lead to harm to that person’s good name.
Synonyms
- defamation
- libel
- calumny
- malicious gossip
