How Do You Spell ASPERSE?

Pronunciation: [ɐspˈɜːs] (IPA)

The correct spelling of "asperse" is a-s-p-e-r-s-e. It is pronounced as /əˈspɜrs/ with the stress on the second syllable. This verb means to criticize or attack someone's reputation through false or damaging remarks. It can also mean to sprinkle a liquid over someone or something. The origin of this word is from the Latin word "aspersus" meaning sprinkled or splashed. It is important to spell this word correctly to avoid any confusion or miscommunication in written or spoken communication.

ASPERSE Meaning and Definition

1. Asperse is a verb that has multiple dictionary definitions, each conveying a similar underlying meaning. Primarily, it refers to the act of attacking someone's reputation or character through verbal or written statements that are intended to belittle, degrade, or smear them. It involves making false or damaging remarks to tarnish someone's image or standing in society. To asperse someone is to slander or defame them maliciously, often with the intent of damaging their credibility, honor, or good name.

   Additionally, asperse can also mean to sprinkle or scatter something, specifically a liquid, onto someone or something. This usage is more literal and less common than the figurative sense mentioned earlier. It often refers to the act of sprinkling holy water or other consecrated fluids, such as those used in religious ceremonies, as a symbol of purification or blessing.

   In summary, asperse is a versatile verb with two main definitions. It can mean to tarnish someone's reputation through false or damaging statements, aiming to degrade or smear their character. It can also mean to sprinkle or scatter a liquid, particularly in a ritualistic or ceremonial context.

2. To cover all over with evil reports; to slander.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for ASPERSE

• zsperse
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• wsperse
• qsperse
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• azperse
• axperse
• adperse
• aeperse
• awperse
• asoerse
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Etymology of ASPERSE

The word "asperse" originates from the Latin word "aspersus", which is the past participle of "aspersiō". "Aspersiō" is derived from the verb "aspergere", which means "to sprinkle" or "to strew" in Latin. The word developed from the combination of the prefix "ad-" (meaning "towards" or "at") and "spargere" (meaning "to sprinkle" or "to scatter"). So, "asperse" essentially means to scatter or sprinkle something, often with negative connotations when referring to criticizing or attacking someone's character.

Similar spelling words for ASPERSE

• espresso,
• asperity,
• asperula,
• aspersion,
• ISPRS,
• ACSM-ASPRS,
• USJPRS,
• Asperous,
• isobryous,
• isobrious,
• espers,
• ESOPRS,
• aspros,
• l\'espresso,
• ASBRS,
• ESSPROS,
• ospreys,
• Aspersio,
• ESPIRS,
• espiers,
• Asberry,
• ESPRAS,
• isobares,
• aspers,
• asporous,
• OSUBRS,
• ISSPRS,
• stage-whispers,
• oospores,
• asper,
• aspheric,
• isobars,
• aspergill,
• whispers,
• aspersa,
• oosporous,
• esparza,
• aspires,
• aspirer.

Conjugate verb Asperse

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have aspersed

you would have aspersed

he/she/it would have aspersed

we would have aspersed

they would have aspersed

I would have asperse

you would have asperse

he/she/it would have asperse

we would have asperse

they would have asperse

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been aspersing

you would have been aspersing

he/she/it would have been aspersing

we would have been aspersing

they would have been aspersing

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would asperse

you would asperse

he/she/it would asperse

we would asperse

they would asperse

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be aspersing

you would be aspersing

he/she/it would be aspersing

we would be aspersing

they would be aspersing

FUTURE

I will asperse

you will asperse

he/she/it will asperse

we will asperse

they will asperse

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be aspersing

you will be aspersing

he/she/it will be aspersing

we will be aspersing

they will be aspersing

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have aspersed

you will have aspersed

he/she/it will have aspersed

we will have aspersed

they will have aspersed

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been aspersing

you will have been aspersing

he/she/it will have been aspersing

we will have been aspersing

they will have been aspersing

IMPERATIVE

you asperse

we let´s asperse

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to asperse

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was aspersing

you were aspersing

he/she/it was aspersing

we were aspersing

they were aspersing

PAST PARTICIPLE

aspersed

PAST PERFECT

I had aspersed

you had aspersed

he/she/it had aspersed

we had aspersed

they had aspersed

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been aspersing

you had been aspersing

he/she/it had been aspersing

we had been aspersing

they had been aspersing

PRESENT

I asperse

you asperse

he/she/it asperses

we asperse

they asperse

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am aspersing

you are aspersing

he/she/it is aspersing

we are aspersing

they are aspersing

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

aspersing

PRESENT PERFECT

I have aspersed

you have aspersed

he/she/it has aspersed

we have aspersed

they have aspersed

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been aspersing

you have been aspersing

he/she/it has been aspersing

we have been aspersing

they have been aspersing

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it asperse

SIMPLE PAST

I aspersed

you aspersed

he/she/it aspersed

we aspersed

they aspersed