calumniously
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Definition
- Adverb:
- In a manner that is false, slanderous, and defamatory: The word "calumniously" describes the act of making a statement that is both untrue and damaging to someone's reputation. It implies speaking with malicious intent to harm another's good name.
Usage
- The adverb "calumniously" is used to modify a verb, describing a false and harmful statement is made. It is a formal word, typically found in legal, literary, or serious accusatory contexts.
- It is synonymous with "slanderously" and is the adverbial form of the adjective "calumnious."
Examples
- The former employee spoke calumniously about the company's founder during the interview.
- He claimed his opponent had spread rumors calumniously to influence the election.
- The article did not just criticize the policy; it attacked the minister calumniously.
Advanced Usage
- Legal Context: In legal settings, "calumniously" can describe the nature of a defamatory statement.
- The witness testified that the defendant had spoken calumniously of the plaintiff.
- Literary/Formal Accusation: Used in formal writing or speech to strongly condemn false accusations.
- The historian argued that the emperor's rivals had written about him *calumniously.
Variants and Related Words
- Calumny (n): A false and malicious statement designed to damage someone's reputation; slander.
- He was a victim of vicious calumny.
- Calumnious (adj): Characterized by calumny; slanderous.
- She filed a lawsuit over the calumnious remarks.
- Calumniator (n): A person who utters calumnies; a slanderer.
Synonyms
- Slanderously: In a false and defamatory spoken manner.
- Defamatorily: In a manner that damages reputation.
- Malignantly: With extreme ill will; very harmfully.
Antonyms
- Truthfully: In a manner conforming to truth.
- Complimentarily: In a praising or flattering manner.
- Honorably: In a way that demonstrates integrity and fairness.
Adverb
- in a false and slanderous and defamatory manner; with slander or calumny