libellous

• Beschreibt eine falsche und rufschädigende Aussage über jemanden, meist schriftlich oder veröffentlicht; bezieht sich auf Verleumdung oder üble Nachrede.

Describes a false and damaging statement about someone, typically written or published.

1. Defamatory or harmfulC1formalbritishlegal

   Relating to a false and damaging statement about someone, typically written or published.

   Verleumderisch

   • The article contained libellous accusations against the politician.
   • He sued the newspaper for publishing libellous content.
   • The court ruled that the statements were libellous and defamatory.

   Synonymecalumniousdefamatorydenigratoryinjuriousmaliciousscurrilousslanderous

   Antonymecomplimentaryfavorableflatteringlaudatorypraiseworthy