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DEFAMATORY

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Defamatory.

Defamatory - as an adjective satellite

(used of statements) harmful and often untrue; tending to discredit or malign

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
calumniatory19calumnious14denigrating14denigrative16denigratory16libellous11libelous10slanderous11

Defamatory - as an adjective

Damaging to someone's reputation, especially if untrue

Example Sentences

"She made defamatory remarks about her former colleague."
"The article contained defamatory statements about the company."
"He sued the newspaper for publishing defamatory information about him."
"The actress filed a lawsuit against the magazine for publishing defamatory articles."
"The politician faced backlash for making defamatory comments about his opponent."
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Word Game Points

Is DEFAMATORY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, defamatory is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DEFAMATORY has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is DEFAMATORY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, defamatory is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DEFAMATORY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is DEFAMATORY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, defamatory is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DEFAMATORY has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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