Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

libelo

Noun
/liˈbeɪloʊ/
Definition
A written statement or document that accuses someone of wrongdoing or is intended to harm someone’s reputation.
Examples
  • This article was considered a libelo against the politician.
  • The author faced backlash for the libelo published in the local newspaper.
Meaning
In legal terms, a libelo refers specifically to a false and malicious statement that can lead to defamation claims.
Synonyms
  • Defamation
  • Slander
  • Libel
  • False accusation