Noun
calumny
IPA /ˈkæləmni/
A false claim made to harm someone's reputation.
See example sentence: calumny
The rumour about her stealing the collection money was a cruel calumny.
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Noun
defamation
IPA /ˌdefəˈmeɪʃn/
Damage to someone's reputation through false statements presented to others.
See example sentence: defamation
The documentary explored how online defamation harmed a small business owner.
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