Similar Words
label
lawful
lawfully
level
liable
lively
lovely
Misspelling
ibel, libbel, libe, libeel, liibel, llibell

Libel — synonyms, definition

1. libel (Noun)

11 synonyms
attack calumny defamation denigration denunciation lie misrepresentation scandal slander smear vilification
2 definitions

libel (Noun) — (law) a false and malicious publication printed for the purpose of defaming a living person.

libel (Noun) — (law) the written statement of a plaintiff explaining the cause of action (the defamation) and any relief he seeks.

7 types of
calumniation calumny complaint defamation hatchet job obloquy traducement
2 topics
Tort civil wrong

2. libel (Verb)

17 synonyms
abuse asperse assail berate calumniate defame denounce disparage insult malign revile slander slur smear tear down traduce vilify
1 definition

libel (Verb) — Print slanderous statements against. ex. "The newspaper was accused of libeling him"

9 types of
asperse besmirch calumniate defame denigrate slander smear smirch sully