Asperse — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /ə-ˈspərs/ as·perse

Meaning & Definition of Asperse

Asperse (verb)

  1. sprinkle; especially, to sprinkle with holy water
  2. to attack with evil reports or false or injurious charges

Asperse (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to make untrue and harmful statements about

    "how dare you asperse the character of our dedicated pastor!"

    similar: blacken, calumniate, defame, libel, malign, slander, smear, traduce, vilify
    related: belittle, denigrate, detract, disparage, discredit, disgrace, dishonor, shame, abase, debase, degrade, humble, humiliate, disdain, scorn
    near: exalt, glorify, honor, acclaim, applaud, commend, praise, esteem, respect, admire, regard, adore, revere, venerate, worship

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Asperse

The most common words with a similar meaning to Asperse:

blacken, calumniate, defame, libel, malign, slander, smear, traduce, vilify

Related Words for Asperse

belittle, denigrate, detract, disparage, discredit, disgrace, dishonor, shame, abase, debase, degrade, humble, humiliate, disdain, scorn

Near Antonyms of Asperse

exalt, glorify, honor, acclaim, applaud, commend, praise, esteem, respect, admire, regard, adore, revere, venerate, worship

Word Forms of Asperse

Inflections: aspersed, aspersing

Origin & Etymology of Asperse

Latin aspersus, past participle of aspergere, from ad- + spargere to scatter spark

First known use: 15th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Asperse

What does "Asperse" mean?

"Asperse" means sprinkle; especially, to sprinkle with holy water. As a verb, it is defined as: sprinkle; especially, to sprinkle with holy water.

What is another word for "Asperse"?

Other words for "Asperse" include blacken, calumniate, defame, libel, malign, slander, smear and traduce. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Asperse" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Asperse"?

There are 24 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Asperse". Common alternatives include blacken, calumniate, defame, libel, malign, slander, smear, traduce and vilify.

How do you use "Asperse" in a sentence?

Examples of "Asperse" in a sentence: "how dare you asperse the character of our dedicated pastor!".

Is "Asperse" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Asperse" is a verb.

How do you pronounce "Asperse"?

"Asperse" is pronounced /ə-ˈspərs/ and divided into syllables as as·perse.

What is the origin of the word "Asperse"?

"Asperse" comes from Latin aspersus, past participle of aspergere, from ad- + spargere to scatter spark. First known use: 15th century.

What is another word for "Asperse" meaning "to make untrue and harmful statements about"?

When "Asperse" (verb) means to make untrue and harmful statements about, synonyms include blacken, calumniate, defame, libel, malign and slander.