detraction

n. [ F. détraction, L. detractio. ] 1. A taking away or withdrawing. [ Obs. ] [ 1913 Webster ]

The detraction of the eggs of the said wild fowl. Bacon. [ 1913 Webster ]

2. The act of taking away from the reputation or good name of another; a lessening or cheapening in the estimation of others; the act of depreciating another, from envy or malice; calumny.

Syn. -- Depreciation; disparagement; derogation; slander; calumny; aspersion; censure. [ 1913 Webster ]