Mudslinging

Synonyms of mudslinging

• defamation
• slander
• smear campaign

Antonyms of mudslinging

• praise
• commendation
• compliment

Collocations of mudslinging

political campaign

Frequency: 70 %

The mudslinging in the political campaign reached new lows.

negative advertising

Frequency: 60 %

The negative advertising tactics included mudslinging and personal attacks.

personal attacks

Frequency: 55 %

The mudslinging included personal attacks on the candidate's character.

media coverage

Frequency: 50 %

The mudslinging between the two candidates dominated media coverage.

public debate

Frequency: 45 %

The public debate turned into a mudslinging match.

Idiomatic Expressions for mudslinging

• Phrase: Mudslinging campaign
  Meaning: A negative and aggressive campaign aimed at tarnishing the reputation of opponents.
  Usage: The mudslinging campaign between the two companies escalated tensions in the industry.