Synonyms of defamation

Noun

1. defamation, calumny, calumniation, obloquy, traducement, hatchet job, disparagement, depreciation, derogation

usage: a false accusation of an offense or a malicious misrepresentation of someone's words or actions

2. aspersion, calumny, slander, defamation, denigration, attack

usage: an abusive attack on a person's character or good name

Definition and meaning of defamation (Dictionary)