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libelous

Libelous (adj) means Defamatory, libeling, referring to something that causes harm to someone's reputation especially with malice or disregard.

adj
1
Defamatory, libeling, referring to something that causes harm to someone's reputation especially with malice or disregard.
2
Meeting the legal standards for libel.
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What is the meaning of libelous?

"libelous" (adj) means defamatory, libeling, referring to something that causes harm to someone's reputation especially with malice or disregard.

What are the different meanings of libelous?

"libelous" has 2 main meanings: 1. Defamatory, libeling, referring to something that causes harm to someone's reputation especially with malice or disregard; 2. Meeting the legal standards for libel.

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