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LIBEL Synonyms

There are 8 synonyms of the word libel. (exact relations)
There are 18 hypernyms of the word libel. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for LIBEL

RankWordSave?More Syns..UsageType
1aspersion
nounn
2calumny
nounn
3defamation
nounn
4disparagement
nounn
5slander
verb, nounv, n
6vilification
nounn
7smearing
verb, adjectivev, adj
8character assassination
nounn

Best Hypernyms For LIBEL

Here is a list of related hypernyms for libel, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (16)
calumny defamation slander asperse besmirch calumniate calumniation complaint defame denigrate obloquy smear smirch sully traducement vilification
Phrases (2)
character assassinationhatchet job

Alternatives for ASPERSION

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