detraction Synonyms

slander depreciation derogation disparagement censure calumny petty criticism aspersion minimization libeling reduction opprobrium obloquy lie maligning ridicule scandal scurrility low-down dirty belittlement backstabbing muckraking character assassination vituperation vilification traducement tale running down libel knock decrease damage constraint condemnation calumniation blame backbiting animadversion affront defamation defaming denigration injustice injury indignity harm disgrace discredit disapproval deprecation