calumnious

[kuh-luhm-nee-uhs]

calumnious Definition

slanderous; defamatory.

Using calumnious: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "calumnious" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The article contained calumnious accusations against the politician.

  • Example

    He was sued for making calumnious statements about his former employer.

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    The actress was subjected to calumnious attacks on social media.

calumnious Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for calumnious

Origins of calumnious

from Latin 'calumniōsus', meaning 'slanderous'

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Summary: calumnious in Brief

'Calumnious' [kuh-luhm-nee-uhs] is an adjective that describes something that is slanderous or defamatory. It is often used to describe false and damaging statements made about someone. For example, 'The article contained calumnious accusations against the politician.'