aspersion
(noun)
noun
1. a disparaging remark
- in the 19th century any reference to female sexuality was considered a vile aspersion
Similar word(s): slur
Definition categories: communication, depreciation, derogation, disparagement
2. an abusive attack on a person's character or good name
Similar word(s): calumny, defamation, denigration, slander
Definition categories: act, attack
3. the act of sprinkling water in baptism (rare)
Similar word(s): sprinkling