libelous meaning
UK US /ˈlaɪbələs/ 3 syllables
libelous (adjective): (used of statements) harmful and often untrue; tending to discredit or malign.
Definition of libelous
- (used of statements) harmful and often untrue; tending to discredit or malign
Synonyms: calumniatory, calumnious, defamatory, denigrative, denigrating, denigratory, libellous, slanderous
Similar: harmful
Related forms: libel
How to pronounce libelous
libelous is pronounced /ˈlaɪbələs/ in American English. It has 3 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.
Word lists: words starting with LI · words ending in US · 8-letter words
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