libelled Definition
- 1to write and publish a false statement that harms someone's reputation
- 2to accuse someone of something, especially publicly, in a way that is not fair or true
Using libelled: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "libelled" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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He was libelled by a newspaper.
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The company was accused of libelling its former employee.
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The politician sued the newspaper for libel.
libelled Synonyms and Antonyms
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Summary: libelled in Brief
'Libelled' [ˈlɪbəld] means to write and publish a false statement that harms someone's reputation or to accuse someone of something unfairly. It is often used in legal contexts, such as when a person sues a newspaper for libel. Synonyms include 'defame,' 'slander,' 'smear,' and 'vilify.'
