defame

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Synonyms: deface, degame

Antonyms: deface, degame

Related words from Datamuse; suggestions, not definitions.

Verb

1. To [[disgrace]]; to bring into [[disrepute]]. {{defdate|from 4th c.}}
2. {{lb|en|now|chiefly|historical}} To [[charge]]; to [[accuse]] (someone) of an offence. {{defdate|from 14th c.}}
3. To [[harm]] or [[diminish]] the [[reputation]] of; to [[disparage]]. {{defdate|from 4th c.}}

Noun

1. {{lb|en|now|rare|archaic}} [[disgrace|Disgrace]], [[dishonour]]. {{defdate|from 14th c.}}
2. {{lb|en|now|rare|or|nonstandard}} [[defamation|Defamation]]; [[slander]], [[libel]]. {{defdate|from 15th c.}}

Adjective

1. {{lb|en|heraldry}} {{syn of|en|defamed}}.

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