The difference between Calumniate and Revile
When used as verbs, calumniate means to make hurtful untrue comments about, whereas revile means to attack (someone) with abusive language.
Revile is also noun with the meaning: reproach.
check bellow for the other definitions of Calumniate and Revile
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Calumniate as a verb (transitive):
To make hurtful untrue comments about.
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Calumniate as a verb (transitive):
To levy a false charge against, especially of a vague offense, with the intent to damage someone's reputation or standing.
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Revile as a verb (ambitransitive):
To attack (someone) with abusive language.
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Revile as a noun (obsolete):
reproach; reviling