The difference between Calumniate and Slander
When used as verbs, calumniate means to make hurtful untrue comments about, whereas slander means to utter a slanderous statement.
Slander is also noun with the meaning: a false or unsupported, malicious statement (spoken, not written), especially one which is injurious to a person's reputation.
check bellow for the other definitions of Calumniate and Slander
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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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Slander as a noun:
A false or unsupported, malicious statement (spoken, not written), especially one which is injurious to a person's reputation; the making of such a statement.
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Slander as a verb:
To utter a slanderous statement; baselessly speak ill of.