libel

/ˈlaɪbəl/

A written or pictorial false statement which unjustly seeks to damage someone's reputation.

The act or crime of displaying such a statement publicly.

Any defamatory writing; a lampoon; a satire.

A written declaration or statement by the plaintiff of their cause of action, and of the relief they seek.

A brief writing of any kind, especially a declaration, bill, certificate, request, supplication, etc.