libelous

also adj.
Involving or constituting a libel; defamatory.

libelously li'bel·ous·ly adv.

adjective

Damaging to the reputation: calumnious, defamatory, detractive, injurious, invidious, scandalous, slanderous. See attack/defend, crimes, law.

adj

Definition: derogatory
Antonyms: complimentary, praising

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In the nature of a written defamation, a communication that tends to injure reputation.

IN BRIEF: Written in a manner to harm a person's reputation unfairly.

The statement about the famous author was false and borderline libelous.

Tutor's tip: "Libelous" can also be spelled "libellous".