infamation

/ɪn.fəˈmeɪ.ʃən/

Definitions

1. noun

a false or exaggerated statement about someone, especially in a newspaper or on television, which is intended to harm their reputation.

“The politician was the subject of a vicious infamation campaign by his opponent’s team.”

Synonyms

  • defamation
  • slander

Antonyms

  • acclaim
  • praise