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1. aspersion
noun. ['əˈspɝːʒən'] a disparaging remark.
Synonyms
- disparagement
- slur
- derogation
- depreciation
Antonyms
- increase
- appreciation
Etymology
- aspersio (Latin)
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Words that Rhyme with Aspersion
- subversion
- submersion
- excursion
- dispersion
- conversion
- reversion
- perversion
- inversion
- incursion
- diversion
- immersion
- aversion
- version
- persian
Example sentences of the word aspersion
1. Noun, singular or mass
A baptism conducted by sprinkling holy water onto someone's head is called baptism by aspersion.
2. aspersion
noun. ['əˈspɝːʒən'] an abusive attack on a person's character or good name.
Synonyms
- slander
- denigration
- calumny
- attack
Antonyms
- finish
- evolution
- approval
- strengthen
Etymology
- aspersio (Latin)
3. aspersion
noun. ['əˈspɝːʒən'] the act of sprinkling water in baptism (rare).
Synonyms
- baptism
Antonyms
- praise
- refrain
Etymology
- aspersio (Latin)