Definitions for name-calling

name-calling name-call·ing

Spelling: [neym-kaw-ling]
IPA: /ˈneɪmˌkɔ lɪŋ/

Name-Calling is a 12 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 6 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 8 points.

You can make 610 anagrams from letters in name-calling (-aacegillmnn).

Definitions for name-calling

noun

  1. the use of abusive names to belittle or humiliate another person in a political campaign, an argument, etc.

Origin of name-calling

First recorded in 1890-95

Examples for name-calling

I'm a particular target of Taranto's name-calling, and not for the first time.

Most candidates for high office have taken a page from ‘Honey Boo Boo’: focusing on spectacle, weird asides, and name-calling.

And all of us in a democracy should be more hesitant before resorting to name-calling and slurs.

name-calling and distortions of his plan by Democrats is not an effective long-term strategy, nor is it good for the country.

The unfortunate thing in my view is that the name-calling obscures what is in many aspects a very good article by Tomasky.

The ensuing battle of vituperation and name-calling brought no honor to either side.

Because name-calling does nothing to improve understanding or move the political debate forward.

Rep. Allen West (R-FL) has found himself in hot water several times over blanket accusations and name-calling.

The document said Wright was condescending and had “resorted to name-calling,” though no examples were offered.

You know, the ones that are supposed to be above bullying and name-calling.

Word Value for name-calling
Scrable

6

Words with friends

8

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