scurrilous

IPA/ˈskʌrələs/
KK[skˈɚələs]IPA/ˈskɜːrələs/

scurrilous — adjective

  • scurrilouspositive
  • more scurrilouscomparative
  • most scurriloussuperlative

1. describing spoken or written attacks that harm a person's good name through lies

1.形容詞C2
釋義

describing spoken or written attacks that harm a person's good name through lies, vulgar language, or cruel mockery

例句

The editor refused to print Sahil's scurrilous article about the mayor's family.

scurrilous + article for defamatory published writing

Gabriel sued the blogger for posting scurrilous lies about his business.

scurrilous + lies for false reputation-damaging claims

同義詞
  • defamatory

    more neutral in register; often used in legal contexts

  • slanderous

    specifically refers to spoken false statements that damage reputation

  • libellous

    specifically refers to published or written false statements

  • vituperative

    focuses on bitter, harsh language rather than the damage to reputation itself

反義詞

用法筆記

Typically describes speech or writing (articles, allegations, attacks, rumours, pamphlets) that damages reputation. Common in journalism and formal commentary. Not used for physical actions or general bad behaviour.

常見錯誤

❌He made a scurrilous gesture at the driver.
✅He made an obscene gesture at the driver.
💡scurrilous describes damaging speech or writing, not physical actions.