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MALIGNED Synonyms

There are 6 synonyms of the word maligned. (exact relations)
There are 9 hypernyms of the word maligned. (close relations)
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malignsmaligning

Best Alternative Words for MALIGNED

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badmouth
verbv
verb

• speak unfavorably about

evil
adjectiveadj
adjective

• morally bad or wrong

noun

• morally objectionable behavior

• the quality of being morally wrong in principle or practice

adjective satellite

• having the nature of vice

• having or exerting a malignant influence

malefic
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• having or exerting a malignant influence

malevolent
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• wishing or appearing to wish evil to others; arising from intense ill will or hatred

• having or exerting a malignant influence

traduce
verbv
verb

• speak unfavorably about

drag through the mud
verb

• speak unfavorably about

Best Hypernyms For MALIGNED

Here is a list of related hypernyms for maligned, 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

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