謞 (hè) - To slander or defame & to speak maliciously

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hè ｜ 17 strokes ｜ radical:

枫惠

謞 · hè

To slander or defame;

to speak maliciously;

to use harsh and critical language.

To slander or defameto speak maliciouslyto use harsh and critical language.

Usage highlights

Slanderous wordsHarsh criticismVerbal abuseDefamatory speechMalicious talk

Synonyms

  • 谤— to slander, defame
  • 诬— to falsely accuse
  • 诋— to vilify, defame

Antonyms

  • 誉— to praise, reputation
  • 赞— to praise, commend

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He was accused of spreading slander (謞言).
  • The official was known for his harsh criticism (謞论).
  • They engaged in verbal abuse (謞骂).

Collocations

  • Slanderous words(謞言)
  • Harsh criticism(謞论)
  • Verbal abuse(謞骂)
  • Defamatory speech(謞谤)
  • Malicious talk(謞讦)

Idioms

  • Slanderous words and malicious talk(謞言恶语)
  • To slander and defame(謞谤中伤)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • This character appears in classical Chinese texts, often in legal or moral contexts concerning speech ethics.
  • In traditional Confucian culture, proper speech was highly valued, and slander was considered a serious moral failing.

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