detractor

Definitions of detractor
  1. noun
    one who disparages or belittles the worth of something
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    types:
    calumniador, difamador, infamador, maldiciente
    one who attacks the reputation of another by slander or libel
    chismoso, cotilla
    one who spreads real or alleged scandal about another (usually for political advantage)
    type of:
    criticón, cínico, sacafaltas
    someone who is critical of the motives of others
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