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The definition of an aspersion is an unfavorable or damaging remark about someone or something.

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Saying that someone has committed a felony is an example of an aspersion.

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See aspersion in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

Now Rare a sprinkling with water, as in baptizing
the act of defaming
a damaging or disparaging remark; slander; innuendo

Origin: L aspersio: see asperse

See aspersion in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

a. An unfavorable or damaging remark; slander: Don't cast aspersions on my honesty.
b. The act of defaming or slandering.
A sprinkling, especially with holy water.

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