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libelous

adjective

(used of statements) harmful and often untrue; tending to discredit or malign

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Word length
8
Starts with
L
Ends with
S
Contains
IB
Scrabble score
10
CEFR level
C1

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ˈlaɪ.bəl.əs

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adjective

  1. (used of statements) harmful and often untrue; tending to discredit or malign

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