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DEFAME

(verb, noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Defame.

Defame - as a verb

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

Example: "The journalists have defamed me!"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
aspersebesmirchcalumniatedenigrateslandersmearsmirchsully
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
accusecharge
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Defame - as a noun

Disgrace, dishonour.

Defamation; slander, libel.

Example Sentences

"He tried to defame his political opponent by spreading false rumors."
"She accused her ex-boyfriend of attempting to defame her reputation after their breakup."
"The company faced severe backlash after a customer defamed their product online."
"The politician used the debate as an opportunity to defame his opponent's track record."
"The rival company set out to defame our brand in an attempt to gain a competitive edge."
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Word Game Points

Is DEFAME a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, defame is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DEFAME has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is DEFAME a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, defame is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DEFAME has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is DEFAME a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, defame is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DEFAME has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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