blackwasher

/ˈblækˌwɑʃər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who engages in the practice of defaming or slandering others, often with the intention of discrediting or damaging their reputation.

“The politician was accused of being a blackwasher for spreading false rumors about his opponent during the campaign.”

Synonyms

  • defamer
  • slanderer

Antonyms

  • commendatory
  • praisemaker