Aspersion crossword clue

Understanding and Solving "Aspersion" Crossword Clue

First, let’s break down the word "aspersion". It means a damaging or derogatory remark or criticism. It's like when someone says something bad about someone else, trying to harm their reputation. Now, when you come across a crossword clue with "aspersion," you're looking for words related to criticism or slander. Let's explore potential answers based on the number of letters they contain.

Possible Answers with Their Meanings

3 Letters

• Lie - An intentionally false statement.
• Rum - Slang for a strange or odd fact or piece of gossip (not directly related but could fit in specific contexts).
• Ill - Bad or unfavorable.
• Sin - An immoral act considered to be a transgression.

4 Letters

• Slur - Speak about someone in a disparaging way.
• Slay - Criticize severely (informal usage).
• Mock - Tease or laugh at in a scornful manner.
• Flak - Strong criticism.

5 Letters

• Abuse - Use something to bad effect or for a bad purpose.
• Scorn - Feel or express contempt or derision for.
• Libel - A written defamatory statement.
• Sneer - A contemptuous or mocking smile, remark, or tone.

6 Letters

• Slight - Insult someone by treating or speaking of them without proper respect.
• Insult - Speak to or treat with disrespect or scornful abuse.
• Defame - Damage the good reputation of someone.
• Deride - Express contempt for; ridicule.

7 Letters

• Disdain - The feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration or respect.
• Contemn - Treat or regard with contempt.
• Slander - The action or crime of making a false spoken statement damaging to a person's reputation.
• Calumny - The making of false and defamatory statements about someone in order to damage their reputation.

8 Letters

• Scathing - Witheringly scornful; severely critical.
• Derision - Contemptuous ridicule or mockery.
• Rebuking - Express sharp disapproval or criticism of (someone) because of their behavior or actions.

9 Letters

• Deprecate - Express disapproval of.
• Belittling - Make (someone or something) seem unimportant.
• Vituperate - Blame or insult (someone) in strong or violent language.

10 Letters

• Denigration - The action of unfairly criticizing someone or something.
• Disparaging - Expressing the opinion that something is of little worth; derogatory.
• Discrediting - Harm the good reputation of (someone or something).

When you encounter a crossword clue pointing to "aspersion," consider the context and the number of letters required. This list should help you find the right word that fits both the clue and the grid. Happy puzzling!

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