Meaning & use
aspersion
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A false or misleading remark that attacks someone's reputation or character.
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He resented the aspersions cast on his integrity during the debate.
The article was criticized for casting aspersions without any evidence.
A note on using this word
Almost always used in the plural phrase "cast aspersions (on/upon)."
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