verb
calumniate
Calumniate (verb) means to make hurtful untrue comments about.
verb
1
To make hurtful untrue comments about.
2
To levy a false charge against, especially of a vague offense, with the intent to damage someone's reputation or standing.
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Etymology
First attested in 1554; borrowed from Latin calumniātus, perfect passive participle of calumnior (“to blame, cavil at; to accuse falsely”), see -ate (verb-forming suffix).
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What is the meaning of calumniate?
"calumniate" (verb) means to make hurtful untrue comments about.
What are the different meanings of calumniate?
"calumniate" has 2 main meanings: 1. To make hurtful untrue comments about; 2. To levy a false charge against, especially of a vague offense, with the intent to damage someone's reputation or standing.