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The correct answer is aspersion.

Aspersion

A. disclosure
B. slander
C. difficulty in breathing
D. inhalation

The correct answer is (B) Slander; derogatory criticism; defamation; vilification; calumny. An attack on a person's reputation.

Aspersion comes from Latin aspersionis (sprinkling)

Examples of use:

  • During the campaign, each nominee cast aspersions on his opponent.
  • Her vehement aspersion caused him to provide a lengthy explanation.


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