Vilification (noun)

The act of making statements that are false or malicious, with the intent of defaming, discrediting, or otherwise damaging the reputation of someone or something.

Origin:

From latin vilificare, meaning to defame or discredit.

Examples:

1. The political campaign was filled with vilification of the opposing candidate.
2. The newspaper article was a vilification of the local government's handling of the crisis.
3. The public figure was the target of vilification in the media after being accused of corruption.
4. Vilification can be a form of harassment or bullying, and can have serious consequences for the target.
5. The act of vilification can cause harm to the target's reputation and emotional well-being, and can also damage public trust and confidence.