How to Pronounce "aspersions"
word
əˈspɝʒənz
uh-SPUR-zhunz
ɐspˈɜːʃənz
uh-SPUR-shunz
Definition
An 'aspersion' is a comment or remark that unfairly criticizes or damages someone's reputation; it is usually used in the phrase 'cast aspersions.'
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈspɝʒənz
British English
ɐspˈɜːʃənz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-SPUR-zhunz
UK
uh-SPUR-shunz
Listen in Context
She denied the aspersions about her character.
He did not appreciate the aspersions cast by his coworkers.
Don't cast aspersions without evidence.
People were quick to cast aspersions when they heard the rumor.