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detraction

de·trac·tion [ di trákshən ] (plural de·trac·tions)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. reduction in effect or force: a reduction or taking away of quality, value, or importance from something

2. somebody or something that detracts: somebody or something that detracts from the quality, value, or importance of something

3. reputation damage: the act of damaging somebody's reputation, especially by making discrediting comments ( formal )

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