mudslinging

noun

Definition of mudslingingnext
as in libel
the use of personal attacks or insults in order to undermine an opponent the ceaseless mudslinging merely convinced voters that neither candidate was worth voting for

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  1. libel
  2. name-calling
  3. abuse
Noun
  • Williams sued the tabloid for libel and won damages as well as an apology.
    Shyla Watson, People.com, 13 Dec. 2024
  • Many referred to the Gooding vs. Swan libel case as the Littlehampton Letters.
    Rendy Jones, EW.com, 1 Aug. 2024
Definition of libel
Noun
  • In the Instagram video, Tammy acknowledged fans were angry with her and apologized for name-calling, but said that Amy had humiliated her and acted carelessly.
    Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2024
  • The authors also strictly warn against name-calling or insulting a partner, as this can only create relationship strain and signal disrespect.
    Mark Travers, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
Definition of name-calling
Noun
  • At the same time, the United States and Western allies have accused Xi of overseeing widespread human rights abuses, even claims of genocide, against the nation's Uyghurs through the use of mass internment camps, a charge the Chinese leader and his government have vehemently denied.
    Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 14 Dec. 2024
  • Endrick was also subjected to racist abuse on social media following Madrid’s 2-0 defeat by Liverpool last month.
    Guillermo Rai, The Athletic, 14 Dec. 2024
Definition of abuse
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