Backbiter: meaning, definitions and examples

This word is used to describe someone who speaks ill of others behind their back. It conveys a sense of betrayal and dishonesty.

• John thought he could trust Sarah, but later discovered she was a backbiter.

This word refers to someone who talks about other people's private lives, often spreading rumors. It can be used in both casual and negative scenarios.

• He's known to be a gossip, always spreading news about everyone in the office.

A slanderer is someone who tells lies or makes harmful statements about others to damage their reputation. This word has a strong legal and negative connotation.

• The celebrity sued the tabloid for being a slanderer and spreading false stories.

This term describes a person who betrays someone, especially a friend, for personal gain or out of malice. It often implies a particularly shocking and hurtful betrayal.

• She couldn't believe her best friend was a backstabber who took credit for her work.

Used to describe someone who speaks negatively about others behind their backs, typically in a derogatory way. Often has a negative connotation.

• During the meeting, Helen found out that Tom was a backbiter, spreading rumors about her

This term usually describes an animal or person who bites, often indicating a habit or tendency rather than a deliberate act of malice.

• The baby is a biter; you have to be careful when playing with her

Refers to someone or something that eats small amounts of food slowly or in small bites, usually in a harmless and often endearing way.

• He's such a nibbler, it takes him forever to finish his meal

Used to describe someone who roams in search of things to steal or people to attack. Often associated with a group or an individual with lawless behavior, and generally used for more serious or dramatic contexts.

• The village was attacked by marauders who stole livestock and valuables