slur
noun
Definitions of slur noun
criticism
- Countable
A disparaging remark that is likely to damage someone's reputation.
Her letter included several malicious slurs aimed at her former colleagues.
His remarks were a slur on the integrity of his employees.
The editorial was filled with vicious slurs against his political opponents.
speech
- Singular
An unclear or indistinct pronunciation of a word.
The medication impaired her vision and caused her to speak with a slur.
His speech became slurred due to fatigue.
He tried to speak clearly, but his words were still somewhat slurred.
notation
- Countable
A curved line in musical notation indicating that notes should be played smoothly and connectedly.
verb
Definitions of slur verb
speech
- Transitive
To pronounce words unclearly or indistinctly.
She slurred her words, but still denied being intoxicated.
He was slurring his speech because of the effects of the anesthetic.
He tried to explain, but his words began to slur.
music
- Transitive
To perform musical notes in a smooth and connected manner.
criticism
- Transitive
To damage someone's reputation by making critical and often unfair remarks.
The report slurred both the teachers and students.
The advertisement tried to slur the opponent's product.
Politicians often try to slur each other's reputations through public attacks.