SLANDERED Meaning and
Definition
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Slandered is a verb that is used to describe the act of making false and damaging statements about someone, with the intention of harming their reputation. It is often characterized by spreading rumors, lies, or malicious accusations about an individual, which may result in serious consequences for the person being slandered. Slander falls under the broader category of defamation and is considered a civil offense in many legal systems.
When someone engages in slander, they deliberately spread false information or misrepresent the truth about another person, usually with the intent to cause harm, create a negative perception, or tarnish their reputation. Slander can occur through various means, such as spoken words, written statements, or even through electronic communication platforms.
Slanderous statements often involve personal attacks or allegations of immoral, illegal, or unethical behavior, aiming to discredit the individual's character, capabilities, or achievements. The false information propagated by slander can have serious repercussions, leading to damaged personal relationships, loss of employment opportunities, or other detrimental effects on a person's social, personal, or professional life.
Legal systems in many countries acknowledge the gravity of slander and provide legal avenues for those who have been slandered to seek justice and restitution. To prove slander, it is generally required that the false statements were made with malice, meaning that the offender knowingly spread false information or had reckless disregard for the truth.
Overall, slander is considered a harmful act that undermines a person's character and reputation, and it is important to be aware of the consequences and legal implications associated with engaging in or being a victim of slander.
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Etymology of SLANDERED
The word "slandered" has its roots in Old English and Middle English. It derives from the Old English verb "landrian", meaning "to find fault with" or "to criticize". This word eventually evolved into Middle English as "slander", which referred to the act of making false spoken statements damaging to a person's reputation.
The Middle English word "slander" was influenced by the Old French term "esclandre", meaning "scandal" or "defamation". The Old French term came from Latin's "exclamare", which means "to cry out" or "to exclaim".
Over time, the meaning of "slander" expanded to include both spoken and written false statements harmful to someone's reputation. The verb form "slandered" emerged to denote the action of spreading such false accusations or criticisms.
Conjugate verb Slandered
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