What is slanderous?

Slanderous refers to making false and damaging statements about someone or something with the intent of harming their reputation. Slander is a type of defamation that involves spoken statements as opposed to written statements, which are considered libel. Slanderous statements can include accusations of criminal behavior, dishonesty, incompetence, or anything else that can damage someone's reputation and cause harm. Slanderous statements can also be made recklessly or with a disregard for the truth, making them even more harmful. In most jurisdictions, slander is considered a civil tort and the person making slanderous statements can be held liable for damages caused.