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单词 name-calling
释义

name-calling

noun

name-call·​ing ˈnām-ˌkȯ-liŋ How to pronounce name-calling (audio)
: the use of offensive names especially to win an argument or to induce rejection or condemnation (as of a person or project) without objective consideration of the facts

Synonyms

  • character assassination
  • mudslinging
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Word History

First Known Use

1819, in the meaning defined above

name-calling

noun

as in libel
the use of personal attacks or insults in order to undermine an opponent the campaign quickly degenerated into name-calling rather than an intelligent discussion of the issues

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • libel
  • mudslinging
  • censure
  • smearing
  • defamation
  • slander
  • abuse
  • vituperation
  • invective
  • vilification
  • disparagement
  • denunciation
  • innuendo
  • detraction
  • belittlement
  • maligning
  • character assassination
  • revilement
  • aspersion
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