adjective
A word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun. In this case, 'defamatory' describes something that harms someone's reputation.
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The article published by the journalist contained defamatory remarks about the politician.
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I heard that the gossip spreading around the office was full of defamatory lies.
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She was spreading defamatory rumors about him behind his back.
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His words were like defamatory arrows, piercing her reputation.