detraction Synonyms

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