vilification

[US]/ˌvilifi'keiʃən/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. defamation, slander, calumny

Example Sentences

The politician faced vilification from the media.

The company's reputation suffered due to the vilification campaign.

Vilification of individuals based on their race is unacceptable.

The online trolls engaged in a campaign of vilification against the celebrity.

The vilification of minorities must be condemned.

The journalist was sued for vilification of a public figure.

Vilification can have serious consequences on a person's mental health.

The vilification of women in the workplace is a widespread issue.

The artist faced vilification for his controversial artwork.

Vilification based on unfounded rumors is unjust.

Real-world Examples

Critics say he has willingly overlooked growing anti-semitism in the region such as the vilification of US-based Jewish financier George Soros.

Source: VOA Standard English_Europe

The vilification of Black midwives and healers grew over the coming decades — eventually, spreading to all female clinicians.

Source: Science Quickly, from Scientific American

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