Liable vs. Libel
Liable
Definition
Liable means being legally responsible or obligated to do something, or being likely to be affected by something.
Libel
Definition
Libel refers to a published false statement that is damaging to a person's reputation; it is a form of defamation.
Example
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If you damage the car, you may be liable for the repair costs.
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The company is liable for any injuries that occur on its property.
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He felt liable to help his friend in need.
Example
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The article was a libel that harmed the politician's reputation.
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She filed a lawsuit for libel against the newspaper.
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He was accused of committing libel after spreading false rumors online.