English dictionary

asperse

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Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

verb

charge falsely or with malicious intent; attack the good name and reputation of someone

verb.communication

Synonyms besmirch calumniate defame denigrate slander smear smirch sully

Source: WordNet 3.0
To sprinkle, as water or dust, upon anybody or anything, or to besprinkle any one with a liquid or with dust.

verb

Source: webster1913