denigrate
verbHow many syllables in denigrate?
There are 3 syllables in the word denigrate.How to pronounce denigrate:
Definition of denigrate:
- denigrate (verb):
- to attack the reputation of defame
Synonyms for denigrate:
accuse
asperse
assassinate
badmouth
besmirch
calumniate
charge
defame
drag through the mud
libel
slander
smear
smirch
sully
traduce
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