For example The most relevant charge was judged to be defamation, as opposed to libel or slander. Show source/s Plain English Campaign Give feedback This page is not useful This page is useful Thank you for your feedback. If you have another few minutes please take the time to tell us about our new Dictionary service. Thank you for your feedback. If you could tell us more, it would really help. Submit
Slander Saying something untrue about a person or doing something, such as making a gesture, which damages their reputation.