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BACKBITER Synonyms

There are 11 synonyms of the word backbiter. (exact relations)
There are 4 hypernyms of the word backbiter. (close relations)

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defamer
nounn
noun

• one who attacks the reputation of another by slander or libel

libeler
verb, nounv, n
noun

• one who attacks the reputation of another by slander or libel

maligner
nounn
noun

• one who attacks the reputation of another by slander or libel

slanderer
nounn
noun

• one who attacks the reputation of another by slander or libel

traducer
nounn
noun

• one who attacks the reputation of another by slander or libel

gossip
verb, nounv, n
noun

• light informal conversation for social occasions

• a report (often malicious) about the behavior of other people

• a person given to gossiping and divulging personal information about others

verb

• wag one's tongue; speak about others and reveal secrets or intimacies

• talk socially without exchanging too much information

mudslinger
verb, nounv, n
noun

• one who spreads real or alleged scandal about another (usually for political advantage)

scandalmonger
nounn
noun

• a person who spreads malicious gossip

backstabber
nounn
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calumniator
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vilifier
nounn
noun

• one who attacks the reputation of another by slander or libel

Best Hypernyms For BACKBITER

Here is a list of related hypernyms for backbiter, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (4)
depreciator detractor disparager knocker

Alternatives for DEFAMER

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