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calumny: noun definition: a false and malicious statement designed to injure the reputation of someone or something the act of uttering slander

calumny pronunciation: kal-uh m-nee

calumny related forms: adjective calumnious adverb calumniously verb calumniate alternate noun forms calumniator calumniation

calumny synonyms: misrepresentation slander defamation denigration libel lies slur

antonyms

calumny The speech was considered a calumny of the administration.

calumnious Calumnious behavior is offensive.

calumniate calumniated The boss his employee by accusing him of ridiculous lies.

calumnious It’s hard to fight calumnious statements because people love to believe gossip.

calumniously calumniously Some people tweet without considering the consequences.

calumniator Acting as a calumniator to a friend can be hurtful.

calumnious calumnious The man was shocked by the news in the local paper.