Associations to the word «Aspersion»
Noun
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Wiktionary
ASPERSION, noun. An attack on somebody's reputation or good name, often in the phrase to cast aspersions upon….
ASPERSION, noun. (obsolete) A sprinkling of holy water.
Dictionary definition
ASPERSION, noun. A disparaging remark; "in the 19th century any reference to female sexuality was considered a vile aspersion"; "it is difficult for a woman to understand a man's sensitivity to any slur on his virility".
ASPERSION, noun. An abusive attack on a person's character or good name.
ASPERSION, noun. The act of sprinkling water in baptism (rare).
Wise words
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