calumniate Definition
to make false and malicious statements about; slander.
Using calumniate: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "calumniate" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
He was accused of calumniating his former boss.
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The politician was calumniated by his opponents during the campaign.
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She refused to calumniate her ex-husband despite their bitter divorce.
calumniate Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with calumniate
calumniate someone's character
to make false and damaging statements about someone's reputation or personality
Example
The tabloid newspaper was sued for calumniating the actress's character.
calumniate someone's motives
to make false and damaging statements about someone's intentions or reasons for doing something
Example
The opposition party tried to calumniate the government's motives for the new policy.
calumniate someone's work
to make false and damaging statements about someone's professional output or achievements
Example
The critic was accused of calumniating the artist's work without even seeing it.
Origins of calumniate
from Latin 'calumniatus', past participle of 'calumniari', meaning 'to accuse falsely'
Summary: calumniate in Brief
'Calumniate' [kuh-luhm-nee-eyt] is a verb that means to make false and malicious statements about someone or something. It is often used in legal contexts, such as when someone is accused of calumniating another person's character or motives. Synonyms include 'defame,' 'smear,' and 'vilify.'
