libelous

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to or involving libel, a written or spoken false statement that harms a person's reputation.

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Variants

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libellous , libelous

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Etymology

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From Latin libellus, meaning 'little book' or 'gossip'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'libelous' comes from the Latin word 'libellus', which means 'little book'.

2. In some jurisdictions, the term 'libel' is used interchangeably with 'defamation'.

3. Libel cases have been a staple of the legal system for centuries, dating back to ancient Rome.

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Related Concepts

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1. slander: Slander is similar to libel, but it refers to spoken false statements that harm a person's reputation.

2. defamation: Defamation is an umbrella term that covers both libel and slander.

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Culture

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Libelous has been a significant concept in the field of law, particularly defamation law. It has been the subject of numerous court cases and legal debates over the years.

How to Memorize "libelous"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the concept of a written or spoken statement that harms someone's reputation. Imagine a false statement being spread, damaging someone's character.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'libelous' with the concept of defamation or harm to reputation.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Libel is a Lie, Eluding the Ethical' to remember the meaning of the word.

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