What is another word for slinging mud?
Pronunciation: [slˈɪŋɪŋ mˈʌd] (IPA) 
Slinging mud is a colloquial phrase used to describe the act of making unfair, baseless or unfounded accusations against someone with the intent of tarnishing their reputation. There are a few other synonyms that can be used to express the same sentiment without using the phrase "slinging mud". These include smear campaign, character assassination, defamation, mudslinging, and vilification. All of these terms suggest an intentional and deliberate attack on someone's reputation that is based on falsehood, and are often employed in political campaigns, courtrooms and other situations where the stakes are particularly high.
