Meaning & Definition of word "Slanderous"

Slanderous

/ˈslændərəs/

adjective:

  • 1. making false and damaging statements about someone.
    • Example: The politician's slanderous remarks about his opponent were widely criticized and deemed unacceptable.
  • 2. related to or constituting slander.
    • Example: The magazine published a slanderous article that misrepresented the facts and harmed the celebrity's reputation.
  • 3. tending to slander or to make defamatory statements.
    • Example: Her slanderous comments during the meeting caused a rift between colleagues.

Etymology

From slander + -ous.

Common Phrases and Expressions

slanderous lies:

False statements made with the intent to harm someone's reputation.

slanderous accusations:

False charges against someone that can damage their reputation.

Related Words

slander:

The action of making a false spoken statement damaging to a person's reputation.

libel:

A published false statement that is damaging to a person's reputation; a written defamation.

Slang Meanings of slanderous

Meaning: Trash talking

Example Sentence: He was just trash talking; it was all slanderous nonsense.

Meaning: Throwing shade

Example Sentence: Her comments about his work were just throwing shade; they were entirely slanderous.