What is another word for calumniously?

Pronunciation: [kalˈʌmnɪəsli] (IPA)

Calumniously is an adverb that describes something done in a false and harmful way, with the intention to damage someone else's reputation. There are several synonyms for this word that can be used interchangeably in written and spoken communication. One synonym is slanderously, which implies the spreading of false and damaging information about someone. Another synonym is defamatorily, which refers to the act of harming someone's reputation through false accusations or statements. A third synonym is disparagingly, which suggests a negative attitude towards someone, which results in comments or actions that harm their reputation or standing in the community. All these synonyms convey the sense of wrongdoing and harm done to someone else's reputation, and can be useful in conveying that message in a clear and effective way.

What are the hypernyms for Calumniously?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Calumniously

The persons who were most bitter against him even declared calumniously that he had made over a large amount of property to Dumay to save it from the just demands of his associates in China.
"Modeste Mignon"
Honore de Balzac
Here is Boreas blowing calumniously.
"The Eleven Comedies"
Aristophanes et al
"Atheists," he said calumniously, "do not love the country; they like the environs of Paris, where you have all the pleasures of the city, good cheer, books, pretty women; but if you take these things away, then they die of weariness."
"Rousseau Volumes I. and II."
John Morley

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