LookItUplibel
Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples
Pronunciation: US /ˈlaɪbəl/
libel means: A false claim in writing or pictures that unfairly damages someone’s good name.
noun
A false claim in writing or pictures that unfairly damages someone’s good name.
- She sued the newspaper for libel.
- The article contained a serious libel against the actor.
- False online accusations can lead to a libel claim.
A short written document, such as a request, statement, or certificate.
- The clerk received a written libel.
- Her request was recorded in a short libel.
- The archive holds several signed libels from that period.
verb
To publish false claims about someone that unfairly damage their good name.
- The newspaper libelled her.
- He claimed that the online article had libelled his family.
- You could libel someone by publishing a false accusation.
Questions about libel
What does libel mean?
A false claim in writing or pictures that unfairly damages someone’s good name.
What is libel in other languages?
Türkçe: yazılı iftira · Español: difamación · Français: diffamation écrite · Deutsch: Verleumdung · Italiano: diffamazione a mezzo stampa · 日本語: 文書による名誉毀損
How do you pronounce libel?
It is pronounced /ˈlaɪbəl/.
How do you use libel in a sentence?
She sued the newspaper for libel. The article contained a serious libel against the actor.
Learn libel while you read
LookItUp shows the meaning that fits your sentence, in your language, and turns new words into quick practice cards.
Coming soon on the App Store LookItUp app for iPhone and iPad