aspersion meaning
UK US /əˈspɝʒən/ 3 syllables
aspersion (noun): a disparaging remark.
aspersion has 3 meanings in this dictionary.
aspersion as a noun
- a disparaging remark
- in the 19th century any reference to female sexuality was considered a vile aspersion
- it is difficult for a woman to understand a man's sensitivity to any slur on his virility
Synonyms: slur
Type of: disparagement
Kinds: ethnic slur
Related forms: asperse
- an abusive attack on a person's character or good name
Synonyms: calumny, slander, defamation, denigration
Type of: attack
Related forms: asperse
- the act of sprinkling water in baptism (rare)
Synonyms: sprinkling
Type of: baptism
How to pronounce aspersion
aspersion is pronounced /əˈspɝʒən/ in American English. It has 3 syllables, with the stress on the second syllable.
Words that rhyme with aspersion
Scrabble score: 11 (letter breakdown)
Word lists: words starting with AS · words ending in ON · 9-letter words
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