bad-mouthing
The word “bad-mouthing” has 3 syllables: bad-mouth-ing.
It's pronounced as /ˈbædˌmaʊðɪŋ/.
What is synonym and antonym for bad-mouthing?
In the thesaurus, “bad-mouthing” has 16 synonyms and 13 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for bad-mouthing along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for bad-mouthing
- aspersion
- belittlement
- criticism
- criticizing
- denigrating
- diminishing
- dismissing
- disparagement
- disparaging
- excoriation
- insult
- minimizing
- rebuke
- reprimand
- revilement
- vilification
Antonyms for bad-mouthing
- acclaim
- applauding
- applause
- approving
- commendation
- endorsing
- exalting
- extolling
- favoring
- glorifying
- praise
- praising
- recommending
Meanings of bad-mouthing
- verb
- To criticize or malign, especially unfairly or spitefully.
Example Sentences
- She caught her friend bad-mouthing her behind her back.
- Engaging in bad-mouthing behavior only damages relationships and trust.
- The politician resorted to bad-mouthing his opponent in an attempt to gain votes.
- Workplace culture suffers when there's a culture of bad-mouthing among employees.
- It's important to address issues directly rather than resorting to bad-mouthing others.
On this page you'll find 29 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to bad-mouthing, such as: acclaim, applauding, applause, approving, aspersion, belittlement, commendation.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.