Definition & Meaning of "libel"

Libel

a published false statement that damages a person's reputation

a written statement in a legal case, outlining the harmful statements made against someone and what they seek from the court

to libel

to publish an incorrect statement in order to harm someone's good reputation

Example

When the journalist exposed the corrupt practices of the politician, he was sued for libel.

Defamation, such as slander or libel, is often classified as tortious conduct.

In court, he had to prove that the accusations against him were false and defamatory to win the libel case.

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