backbitten Definition
to say unpleasant or unfair things about someone who is not present.
Using backbitten: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "backbitten" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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She was constantly backbitten by her colleagues.
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He was hurt by the backbiting comments made by his friends.
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I don't like to engage in backbiting conversations.
backbitten Synonyms and Antonyms
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Summary: backbitten in Brief
'Backbitten' [ˈbakˌbɪt(ə)n] is a verb that means to speak unfairly or unkindly about someone who is not present. It is often used to describe negative gossip or rumors. Examples of its use include 'She was constantly backbitten by her colleagues.' and 'I don't like to engage in backbiting conversations.' Synonyms for 'backbitten' include 'defame,' 'malign,' and 'slander.'
