scurrilous

/ˈskɜrələs/
adjective
  1. Making or spreading false and damaging statements about someone; slanderous.
    • The tabloid published scurrilous accusations about the actress.
    • The lawyer warned her client not to make scurrilous claims without evidence.
    • His scurrilous remarks during the debate were meant to ruin his opponent's reputation.
  2. Using coarse or vulgar language; obscene.
    • He was fired for sending scurrilous emails to his coworkers.
    • The book was banned for its scurrilous content.
    • The comedian's scurrilous jokes offended many people in the audience.
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