Definition and Synonyms for Calumny

Definition of Calumny

1. A false accusation of an offense or a malicious misrepresentation of someone's words or actions Noun
2. An abusive attack on a person's character or good name Noun

Synonyms for word "calumny"

Semanticaly linked words with "calumny"

Hyponims for word "calumny"

Lexical Analysis for "calumny"

calumnious
Adjective Satellite
derivation
2
1. (used of statements) harmful and often untrue; tending to discredit or malign
2. (used of statements) harmful and often untrue; tending to discredit or malign
calumniate
Verb
derivation
2
1. charge falsely or with malicious intent; attack the good name and reputation of someone
2. charge falsely or with malicious intent; attack the good name and reputation of someone

Words Rhyme with calumny

Etymology for calumny

etymologically related calumniate
etymologically related calumniously
etymological origin of calomnie
is derived from calumniate
is derived from calumnies