calumniate
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The Magian went to Cambyses to calumniate his brother, saying that his mind was set on evil.
From The History of Antiquity Vol. VI. (vol. VI. of VI.) by Duncker, Max
Figuratively, of persons and things not religiously sacred, but held in high honor: To calumniate; to revile; to abuse.
From Webster's Unabridged Dictionary (2nd 100 Pages) by Webster, Noah
And so he concluded, affirming that the whole course of proceedings in that matter had been mixed with such clemency, as he thought there was none so malicious that could calumniate.
From The Condition of Catholics Under James I. by Gerard, John
"I knew what I was saying when I spoke to him as I did, for a man who does not hesitate to calumniate an unprotected woman has no sense of honour!"
From Too Rich A Romance by Streckfuss, Adolph
"You are my father's friend, and you calumniate him!"
From Garrick's Pupil by Filon, Auguston
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"The Wife of Bath's Tale" by Geoffrey Chaucer
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