aspersion

• Nom désignant une remarque dénigrants ou diffamatoire qui attaque le caractère ou la réputation de quelqu'un, ou l'action de répandre de telles accusations.

A noun referring to a disparaging or abusive remark that attacks a person's character or reputation.

1. Disparaging remarkC1formal

   A critical or derogatory statement intended to damage someone's reputation.

   Parole désobligeante

   • He cast aspersions on her honesty during the debate.
   • The politician's speech was full of aspersions against his opponent.
   • She refused to listen to any aspersions about her colleague's work.

   Synonymescalumnydefamationdenigrationdisparagementinsultslanderslurvilification

   Antonymesaccoladecommendationcomplimentpraise

2. Attack on characterC1formal

   An abusive or slanderous attack on a person's character or good name.

   Attaque diffamatoire

   • The article was nothing but aspersions on the actor's personal life.
   • He felt hurt by the aspersions cast on his professional integrity.
   • Spreading aspersions is a common tactic in political campaigns.

   Synonymesabusecalumnydefamationdenigrationdetractiondisparagementlibelslanderslurvilification

   Antonymesacclaimcommendationendorsementpraise

3. Sprinkling of water (rare)C2formal

   The act of sprinkling water, especially in the context of baptism.

   Aspersion d'eau

   • The priest performed the aspersion of holy water during the ceremony.
   • In some traditions, aspersion is used instead of full immersion.
   • The ritual included an aspersion to symbolize purification.

   Synonymessprinkling