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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

defamation

/dɪˈfæmɪˌneɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does defamation mean?

noun

The act of damaging someone's reputation by making false statements about them, either verbally or in writing. This can be done through spoken words, written words, or even images.

Example

"The celebrity's lawsuit claimed defamation after a rival magazine published false allegations about her personal life."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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