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libel

[ˈlaɪbəl]

libel Definition

  • 1a published false statement that is damaging to a person's reputation
  • 2the act of publishing such a statement

Using libel: Examples

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

  • Example

    He sued the newspaper for libel.

  • Example

    The article was full of lies and libelous statements.

  • Example

    The actress won a libel case against the magazine that printed false information about her.

libel Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for libel

Phrases with libel

  • to publish a false statement that damages someone's reputation

    Example

    If you commit libel, you can be sued for damages.

  • libel suit

    a legal action taken against someone who has published a libelous statement

    Example

    The politician filed a libel suit against the newspaper that printed false information about him.

  • the body of law that deals with libel and slander

    Example

    The libel law in this country is very strict.

Origins of libel

from Old French 'libelle', meaning 'little book'

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Summary: libel in Brief

'Libel' [ˈlaɪbəl] refers to a published false statement that harms someone's reputation or the act of publishing such a statement. It is often used in legal contexts, as in 'He sued the newspaper for libel,' and can result in a libel suit. The term 'libel law' refers to the body of law that deals with libel and slander.