adjective
- making or spreading scandalous claims about someone with the intention of damaging their reputation
- humorously insulting; using vulgar or abusive language
Examples
- The newspaper published scurrilous attacks on the mayor’s character.
- She filed a lawsuit over the scurrilous rumors spread about her business.
- The comedian’s scurrilous jokes offended many audience members.
- Political campaigns often feature scurrilous advertisements about opponents.
- The author was known for his scurrilous wit and sharp tongue.
- The tabloid specialized in scurrilous gossip about celebrities.