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BADMOUTH Synonyms

There are 11 synonyms of the word badmouth. (exact relations)
There are 9 hypernyms of the word badmouth. (close relations)
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malign
verb, adjectivev, adj
adjective

• evil or harmful in nature or influence

adjective satellite

• having or exerting a malignant influence

verb

• speak unfavorably about

belittle
verbv
verb

• cause to seem less serious; play down

• express a negative opinion of

• lessen the authority, dignity, or reputation of

criticize
verbv
verb

• find fault with; express criticism of; point out real or perceived flaws

• act as a critic

defame
verbv
verb

• charge falsely or with malicious intent; attack the good name and reputation of someone

denigrate
verbv
verb

• cause to seem less serious; play down

• charge falsely or with malicious intent; attack the good name and reputation of someone

derogate
verbv
verb

• cause to seem less serious; play down

disparage
verbv
verb

• express a negative opinion of

slander
verb, nounv, n
noun

• words falsely spoken that damage the reputation of another

• an abusive attack on a person's character or good name

verb

• charge falsely or with malicious intent; attack the good name and reputation of someone

vilify
verbv
verb

• spread negative information about

traduce
verbv
verb

• speak unfavorably about

drag through the mud
verb

• speak unfavorably about

Best Hypernyms For BADMOUTH

Here is a list of related hypernyms for badmouth, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (9)
asperse besmirch calumniate defame denigrate slander smear smirch sully

Alternatives for MALIGN

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