Synonyms: contumely, abuse, vilification, revilement, insult
Definition: a rude expression intended to offend or hurt
Usage: when a student made a stupid mistake he spared them no abuse; they yelled insults at the visiting team
Similar words: discourtesy, disrespect
Definition: an expression of lack of respect
Synonyms: smear, malignment, vilification
Definition: slanderous defamation
Similar words: defamation, traducement, hatchet job, calumniation, calumny, obloquy
Definition: a false accusation of an offense or a malicious misrepresentation of someone's words or actions