maligning
The word “maligning” has 3 syllables: ma-lign-ing
It's pronounced as /məˈlaɪnɪŋ/
What is synonym and antonym for maligning?
In the thesaurus, “maligning” has 24 synonyms and 22 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for maligning along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for maligning
- calumnious
- contemptuous
- defamation
- defamatory
- defaming
- degrading
- demeaning
- derogatory
- discrediting
- disgracing
- disparaging
- insulting
- libel
- libeling
- libelling
- libellous
- libelous
- malign
- pejorative
- slandering
- slanderous
- smearing
- uncomplimentary
- vilifying
Antonyms for maligning
- acclaim
- admiring
- adulatory
- applauding
- applause
- approving
- commendation
- commendatory
- commending
- complimentary
- esteem
- exalting
- friendly
- glorifying
- honor
- honoring
- laudatory
- positive
- praise
- praising
- respect
- respecting
Meanings of maligning
- verb
- To make defamatory statements about; to slander or traduce.
- To treat with malice; to show hatred toward; to abuse; to wrong.
Example Sentences
- She was accused of maligning her coworker to undermine his position at the company.
- The journalist was criticized for maligning the politician without solid evidence.
- His maligning comments about the team caused tension within the group.
- The defendant was found guilty of maligning the victim’s reputation to cover up his own actions.
- The social media user kept maligning the celebrity, spreading harmful rumors.
On this page you'll find 46 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to maligning, such as: acclaim, admiring, adulatory, applauding, applause, approving, calumnious.
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