verb - to make a false and damaging statement about someone, with the intent to harm their reputation
noun - a false spoken statement that damages a person’s reputation
adjective, formal - concerned with or experienced in material, practical matters and the things of the physical world, as opposed to spiritual or religious matters
verb, formal - to form an opinion or reach a conclusion based on incomplete or limited information; to make an educated guess or assumption without having full evidence
noun, formal - an opinion, theory, or conclusion formed on the basis of incomplete information or evidence; a guess or hypothesis that lacks full proof
adjective, formal - describing a process or approach that involves gradual, often small, increases or additions
noun - a rule or principle that provides direction or advice on how something should be done (usually plural)
noun - a severe or formal expression of disapproval
verb - to express disapproval of someone, especially by criticizing them for something they have done wrong
verb, formal - to leave a personal estate or a possession to a person or other beneficiary by a will
verb, formal - to put an end to something, typically by the use of force
adjective - of, relating to, or being a school providing education for students who have completed primary school
adjective - of second rank, importance, or value; occurring or arising second in order, importance, or time