slander
/ˈslændɚ/
Group 20Difficulty 1/3
Definitions
- (noun)
- The action or crime of making a false spoken statement damaging to a person's reputation GRE
- (verb)
- To make false and damaging statements about GRE
Example in Context
The court awarded substantial damages after finding that the defendant had deliberately slandered the plaintiff to undermine her candidacy.
Synonyms
bad-mouthdefamesmear
Etymology
To make damaging spoken statements about someone.
- slandrare (Latin) — to defame
Memory Aid
🏖️Sounds like “sand her”
If you SAND HER reputation with lies, you're SLANDERING her in the worst way!
Visual Association
👎A person whispering malicious gossip while others look shocked and disapproving.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “slander” mean on the GRE?
slander (noun) means “The action or crime of making a false spoken statement damaging to a person's reputation”. The court awarded substantial damages after finding that the defendant had deliberately slandered the plaintiff to undermine her candidacy.
How to remember “slander” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “slander” sounds like “sand her”. If you SAND HER reputation with lies, you're SLANDERING her in the worst way!
What are synonyms for “slander”?
Common synonyms: bad-mouth, defame, smear.