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Synonyms & Antonyms of aspersion
an unfair criticism or false accusation meant to damage another's reputation
- Let's keep the debate focused on the issues and try to avoid casting aspersions on one another.
- I don't mean to cast aspersions on his integrity, but I'm not sure I'd trust him with the money.
Synonyms & Near Synonyms for aspersion
- affront,
- barb,
- brickbat,
- cut,
- dart,
- dig,
- dis
- (also diss)
- [slang],
- epithet,
- gird,
- indignity,
- insult,
- name,
- offense
- (or offence),
- outrage,
- personality,
- poke,
- put-down,
- sarcasm,
- slap,
- slight,
- slur
Antonyms & Near Antonyms for aspersion
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The first known use of aspersion was circa 1587
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