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maligned

The correct spelling is maligned.

How to pronounce maligned

verb

Say it like: Mal-ine-d

The correct spelling is maligned. To make defamatory statements about; to slander or traduce.

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Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To make defamatory statements about; to slander or traduce.
  2. 2.To treat with malice; to show hatred toward; to abuse; to wrong.

adjective

  1. 1.Assailed with contemptuous language

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