How To Spell defame?
How to Pronounce defame?
Correct pronunciation for the word "defame" is [dɪfˈe͡ɪm], [dɪfˈeɪm], [d_ɪ_f_ˈeɪ_m].
Definition of defame
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To speak evil of falsely; to speak evil of with a view to injure; to hring down the character of.
Nuttall's Standard dictionary of the English language By Nuttall, P.Austin
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What is the adverb for defame?
The adverb form of "defame" is "defamatory".
What is the adjective for defame?
The adjective form of the word "defame" is "defamatory".
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What is the plural form of defame?
The plural form of the word "defame" is "defames"
What is the singular form of defame?
The singular form of the word "defame" is "defamation"
Synonyms for Defame:
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• malign; smear • inflict libel or slander • detract • disapprove • abase • criticize; detract from • attack with words • tarnish • denigrate • slander • criticize, blame • blacken -
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- backbite .
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