slanderer

Definitions

A person who makes false and damaging statements about someone.

One who utters malicious, defamatory, or untrue reports to harm another's reputation.

Examples

The politician sued the newspaper, claiming that the journalist was nothing more than a malicious slanderer.

It is difficult to defend your reputation when a persistent slanderer is spreading lies about your character.

The court found the defendant guilty of defamation, labeling him a habitual slanderer who sought to destroy his neighbor's business.

Synonyms

defamer libeler calumniator vilifier traducer detractor maligner

Antonyms

advocate supporter defender champion praiser eulogist endorser