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Are insults, critiques and opinions considered defamatory?

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Are insults, critiques and opinions considered defamatory?

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Insults and epithets are not normally considered defamatory because they are generally seen as outbursts of emotion with no real substance except to show intense dislike. A fair critique of a restaurant, movie, TV show, or theater play is also not considered defamatory. However, if the comments or criticism are disparaging enough, they may result in a loss of business or reputation.