aspersions — damaging or disparaging remarks or criticisms
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: damaging or disparaging remarks or criticisms
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈspɜːrʒənz/
Example Sentences
- The politician tried to cast aspersions on his opponent's voting record.
- Don't cast aspersions on my cooking skills just because I burned the toast!
- She refused to dignify the tabloid's aspersions with a response.
aspersions
NOUN[/əˈspɜːrʒənz/]
damaging or disparaging remarks or criticisms
a group of three coworkers huddle together whispering and pointing toward a fourth person sitting alone. Their faces show sneering expressions as they lean in to share mean comments. The person being talked about sits at a nearby table looking hurt and isolated. Other employees in the break room notice the gossiping and look uncomfortable. damaging or disparaging remarks being made about someone
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'aspergere' meaning 'to sprinkle' or 'to scatter.' The word developed from the idea of sprinkling or splashing dirty water on someone to soil their reputation.
Breakdown
ad- (toward) + spargere (to sprinkle/scatter) + -ion (noun suffix indicating action or result)
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📝Examples
“The politician tried to cast aspersions on his opponent's voting record.”
“Don't cast aspersions on my cooking skills just because I burned the toast!”
“She refused to dignify the tabloid's aspersions with a response.”
“His aspersions about my Netflix choices were totally uncalled for!”
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