Injury of reputation, commonly known as defamation, can come in various forms in the legal world. Defamation can be broadly classified into two types - libel and slander. Libel is a defamatory statement that is written or published, while slander refers to a defamatory statement that is spoken. Other synonyms for injury of reputation include character assassination, vilification, defamation of character, aspersions, traducement, and calumny. Often, such injuries to reputation can cause severe damage to one's professional and personal life. To safeguard oneself from the repercussions of such defamation, it is important to take necessary legal measures to defend one's reputation and honor.