Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Maligning.
Maligning - as an adjective
Evil or harmful in nature or influence
Example: "Prompted by malign motives"
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
benignMaligning - as an adjective satellite
Having or exerting a malignant influence
Example: "Malevolent stars"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
evilmaleficmalevolentMaligning - as a verb
Speak unfavorably about
Example: "She badmouths her husband everywhere"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
badmouthdrag through the mudtraduceExample Sentences
"She was falsely maligning her coworker to get a promotion."
"The politician tried to gain support by maligning his opponent."
"He spends his days maligning others on social media."
"The tabloid magazine specializes in maligning celebrities."
"She was accused of maligning her ex-husband during the divorce proceedings."
Word Game Points
Is MALIGNING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, maligning is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
MALIGNING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is MALIGNING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, maligning is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordMALIGNING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.
Is MALIGNING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, maligning is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordMALIGNING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.