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Defamatory

usgb/dɪˈfæmətɔːri/Volume
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Legal RisksPlay
Using 'defamatory' words can lead to lawsuits. Always make sure your criticisms are factual. SlideHis defamatory comment on social media resulted in a court case.
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Reputation DamagePlay
'Defamatory' involves damaging someone's good name, often unfairly or falsely. SlideThe newspaper was sued for publishing defamatory accusations against the celebrity.
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SubjectivityPlay
What's deemed 'defamatory' can be subjective. Avoid statements that could be interpret as offensive. SlideEven though intended as a joke, the comment was considered defamatory.