How to Pronounce "libel"
word
ˈɫaɪbəɫ
LY-buhl
lˈaɪbəl
LY-buhl
Definition
Libel is when someone writes or publishes something false that damages another person's reputation. It is different from slander, which is spoken instead of written.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫaɪbəɫ
British English
lˈaɪbəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LY-buhl
UK
LY-buhl
Listen in Context
Writing false claims in the newspaper can be considered libel.
The company sued her for libel after the article was published.
Making libel statements can cause serious problems.
She was worried that her blog post might be seen as libel.