Online Communication Etiquette

adjective a term used to describe a statement that is false and damaging to someone's reputation

• The journalist was sued for writing a libelous article about the politician.
• I can't believe she posted such a libelous comment online.
• Don't spread those libelous rumors about her, it's not cool.
• Her words were like a libelous dagger, piercing his reputation.

noun a severe or harsh scolding or criticism

verb to scold or criticize severely or harshly

• The CEO gave a tongue-lash to the employees for not meeting their targets.
• My mom will tongue-lash me if I don't clean my room before she gets home.
• The coach tongue-lashed the players for not giving their best during the game.
• The politician received a tongue-lash from the public for his controversial statements.

noun a post on social media that is directed at a particular user without directly mentioning them

verb to post a subtweet

adjective describing a post that is a subtweet

article a word that is used to specify a noun

• She was upset when she found out her colleague had posted a subtweet about her on social media.
• I can't believe she subtweeted me like that, it's so petty.
• She's always throwing shade with her subtweet game.
• His subtweet was like a hidden dagger, aimed at her heart.