How to Pronounce "defamatory"
word
dɪˈfæməˌtɔɹi
di-FAM-uh-tor-ee
dɪfˈæmətəɹˌi
di-FAM-uh-tuh-ree
Definition
Describes speech or writing that damages someone's reputation by making false or harmful statements about them.
IPA Transcription
American English
dɪˈfæməˌtɔɹi
British English
dɪfˈæmətəɹˌi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
di-FAM-uh-tor-ee
UK
di-FAM-uh-tuh-ree
Listen in Context
He sued the newspaper for publishing defamatory comments.
Making defamatory statements can get you in trouble.
The article contained defamatory information about a celebrity.
Her lawyer warned that any defamatory remarks would not be ignored.