Scurrilous

Synonyms of scurrilous

• abusive
• contemptuous
• vitriolic

Antonyms of scurrilous

• praiseworthy
• respectful
• complimentary

Collocations of scurrilous

scurrilous attack

Frequency: 70 %

The politician faced a scurrilous attack on his character during the campaign.

scurrilous rumor

Frequency: 60 %

She was hurt by the scurrilous rumor spread about her at work.

scurrilous remarks

Frequency: 50 %

The comedian's scurrilous remarks offended many audience members.

scurrilous behavior

Frequency: 45 %

The celebrity's scurrilous behavior at the event caused a scandal.

scurrilous language

Frequency: 40 %

The teacher reprimanded the student for using scurrilous language in class.

Idiomatic Expressions for scurrilous

• Phrase: scurrilous rumors
  Meaning: false and damaging rumors intended to harm someone's reputation
  Usage: The celebrity was the subject of scurrilous rumors spread by tabloids.