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13 Cards in this Set
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Aspersion |
Noun. An attack on the reputation or integrity of someone or something. |
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Calumny |
Noun. The making of false and defamatory statements in order to damage someone's reputation; slander. |
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Gainsay |
Verb. Deny or contradict (a fact or statement). |
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Inveigh |
Verb. Speak or write about (something) with great hostility. |
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Obloquy |
Noun. Strong public criticism or verbal abuse. |
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Vituperate |
Verb. Blame or insult (someone) in strong or violent language. |
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Harangue |
Noun. A lengthy and aggressive speech. Verb. Lecture (someone) at length in an aggressive and critical manner. |
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Lambaste |
Verb. Criticize (someone or something) harshly. |
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Opprobrium |
Noun. Harsh criticism or censure. |
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Excoriate |
Verb. Censure or criticize severely. |
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Impugn |
Verb. Dispute the truth, validity, or honesty of (a statement or motive); call into question. |
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Objurgate |
Verb. Rebuke severely; scold. |
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Pillory |
Verb. Attack or ridicule publicly. |
