Antonyms for calumniatory


Grammar : Adj
Spell : kuh-luhm-nee-uh s
Phonetic Transcription : kəˈlʌm ni əs


Definition of calumniatory

Origin :
  • late 15c., from Latin calumniosus, from calumnia (see calumny). Related: Calumniously.
  • As in libelous : adj derogatory
  • As in opprobrious : adj abusive, hateful
  • As in slanderous : adj libelous
  • As in calumnious : adj slanderous
  • As in overcritical : adj critical
  • As in critical : adj fault-finding, detracting
Example sentences :
  • No proposals were made to Cicero, the reasons usually assigned for which are of the most calumniatory kind.
  • Extract from : « The Great Events by Famous Historians, Vol. 2 » by Various

Synonyms for calumniatory

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