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libelous
This term is primarily used in legal and journalistic contexts to describe written or published defamation. It carries a heavy weight of accusation, implying not just a mistake, but a statement that is demonstrably false and harmful to a person's standing in society.
While "slanderous" is a close synonym, "libelous" specifically targets permanent records—such as newspapers, books, or digital posts—whereas "slanderous" typically refers to spoken words. Using "libelous" in a casual conversation may sound overly formal or litigious unless the context involves a specific legal dispute.