libelous

/ˈlaɪbələs/
adjective
  1. Containing a false written or published statement that damages someone's reputation.
    • She sued the blogger for posting libelous comments about her business.
    • The newspaper article was considered libelous because it falsely accused the mayor of taking bribes.
    • A statement can be libelous even if it was intended as a joke, if it harms someone's character.
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