scurrilous — making or spreading scandalous claims about someone with the intention of damaging their reputation
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: making or spreading scandalous claims about someone with the intention of damaging their reputation
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈskɜːrələs/
Korean meaning: 중상모략하는, 악의적으로 비방하는
Korean pronunciation: **스커**릴러스
Example Sentences
- The politician sued the newspaper for publishing scurrilous lies about his family.
- My neighbor spreads scurrilous gossip faster than my Wi-Fi spreads disappointment.
- The critic's scurrilous review was more about personal vendetta than artistic evaluation.
scurrilous
ADJECTIVE//ˈskɜːrələs//
making or spreading scandalous claims about someone with the intention of damaging their reputation
A worker spreads scurrilous rumors about an innocent colleague at the office
Scurrilous gossip from precarious heights looks hilarious!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'scurrilis' meaning 'of or like a buffoon or jester,' derived from 'scurra' (a buffoon or street entertainer). The word evolved to mean abusive and defamatory, particularly regarding vulgar or indecent language.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The politician sued the newspaper for publishing scurrilous lies about his family.”
“My neighbor spreads scurrilous gossip faster than my Wi-Fi spreads disappointment.”
“The critic's scurrilous review was more about personal vendetta than artistic evaluation.”
“She ignored the scurrilous comments on social media and focused on her work.”
📚Related Words
Synonyms
Antonyms
Related
Want to master 19,000+ words?
Sign up free for flashcards & quizzes.