Usage Note
Sputtanamento is a vulgar but widely used term for the act of publicly discrediting or humiliating someone, often through the exposure of damaging information. It derives from the vulgar verb sputtanare. Common in political commentary and tabloid journalism; avoid in formal contexts.
Examples
"Lo sputtanamento pubblico ha rovinato la sua carriera."
Natural Translation
The public shaming ruined his career.
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