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Slander is spoken untruth about someone; libel is untruth in print.

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Spoken lies about a person?

Slander


What is the term for written lies about a person?

Libel is untruth in print; slander is spoken untruth.


What are spoken lies called?

Spoken lies that defame another person are called slander. When the lies are in print or other media, it would be called libel. Various laws either allow defaming insults, or (conversely) allow legal action against them.


Why does nobody believe a person who lies all the time?

Diminishes value of what's spoken.


What is another word for spoken lies?

The word for spoken lies is slander.


What is sick bed?

sickbed is a generic term used to describe a bed in which a sick person lies.


How is that called when a person lies to get other people in trouble?

When a person lies to get others in trouble, it is often referred to as "malicious falsehood" or "defamation." This behavior can also be described as "slander" or "libel," depending on whether the lie is spoken or written. In a broader sense, it can be considered a form of "betrayal" or "deceit."


What is a person that lies a lot called?

A person who lies frequently is often referred to as a "liar." More specifically, if someone lies habitually or compulsively, they may be described as a "pathological liar." This term indicates a pattern of dishonest behavior that is often rooted in deeper psychological issues.


What is the pronoun that the person spoken to?

The second person (the person spoken to) pronouns are: you, yours, your, yourself.


What is the person noun of nature?

The noun 'nature' is the third person, spoken about. Nature can't be the speaker (fist person), and only spoken to (second person) in an abstract or imaginary way.


What does the term "first language" refer to in the context of bilingualism?

The term "first language" in the context of bilingualism refers to the language that a person learns first and is most proficient in. It is often the language spoken at home or in the person's community.


What is the punishment in Wisconsin for uttering forgery?

I'm not quite sure how you utter forgery, as the term refers to a false document intended to deceive. Slander is the term for spoken lies about someone to defame their character, and libel is the same when the defamation is written in a publication.