Meaning of the word scurrilous in English

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scurrilous

US /ˈskɝː.ə.ləs/
UK /ˈskʌr.ə.ləs/

Adjective

spreading scandalous or defamatory claims about someone with the intention of damaging their reputation

Example:
The newspaper published a scurrilous attack on the mayor.
He was known for his scurrilous remarks about public figures.