<p><strong>Noun, plural:</strong></p><ul><li>calumnies.</li><li>a false and malicious statement designed to injure the reputation of someone or something: The speech was considered a calumny of the administration.</li><li>the act of uttering calumnies; slander; defamation.</li></ul><p><strong>Synonyms:</strong></p><ul><li>derogation, vilification.</li></ul>