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Meaning of 'aspersion' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Aspersion [ n.]
- A sprinkling, as with water or dust, in a literal sense.
- The spreading of calumniations reports or charges which tarnish reputation, like the bespattering of a body with foul water; calumny.

Meaning of 'aspersion' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . aspersion [ n]
Meaning (1):
- a disparaging remark
Example in sentence:
  • in the 19th century any reference to female sexuality was considered a vile aspersion;
  • it is difficult for a woman to understand a man's sensitivity to any slur on his virility

Nearby Words:

asp aspalathus asparagine asparaginous asparagus aspartic aspect aspectable aspectant aspected

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