Dictionary Check: libel
"libel" is a valid word!
Scrabble
7
points
Words with Friends
10
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Definition
noun
a false and malicious publication printed for the purpose of defaming a living person
noun
the written statement of a plaintiff explaining the cause of action (the defamation) and any relief they seek
verb
print slanderous statements against
Example:
"The newspaper was accused of libeling him"
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