Asperse

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Updated June 2026

Definition

To make false or malicious accusations against someone in order to damage their reputation.

“The rival politician tried to asperse her opponent with unfounded allegations.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/əˈspɜːs/

Syllables

as·perse

Related Words

Synonyms

defameslandersmirchdenigratecalumniatesmear sullybesmirch

Antonyms

praise commend honour

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

Ends in -ERSE, a useful pattern, the SP cluster at the start is worth noting

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Scrabble

The P adds points and the -ERSE ending can hook with a D to make ASPERSED

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Words you can make from Asperse

Shorter words formed from the letters in “asperse”.

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