slur

noun

Meaning

An insulting or disparaging remark or term, often directed at a specific group based on race, religion, or identity.

Examples

The newspaper refused to print the slur used by the protesters.
Using a racial slur is a clear violation of the company's code of conduct.

Synonyms: insult, slight, epithet, calumny

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slur

noun

Pronunciation: /slɜːr/

Definition

An insulting or disparaging remark or term, often directed at a specific group based on race, religion, or identity.

Examples

The newspaper refused to print the slur used by the protesters.
Using a racial slur is a clear violation of the company's code of conduct.
He apologized for the offensive slur he uttered in the heat of the moment.

How to Use slur

cast a slur on (idiom): To damage someone's reputation or character. — "His comments cast a slur on the integrity of the entire committee."
slur one's words (collocation): To speak unclearly. — "If you slur your words during the presentation, the audience will be confused."

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