aspersion
- noun (n)
Meaning: verbal exhibition of bad temper
Synonyms:
abuse
animadversion
backbiting
backhanded compliment
black eye
calumny
defamation
detraction
dirty dig
hit
invective
knock
libel
obloquy
put-down
rap
slam
slander
smear
vituperation
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