The term 'SPEAKS ILL OF' can be defined as to criticize or defame someone or something. This can be done in a variety of ways, such as smearing (6 letters), rapping (4 letters), ripping (4 letters), trashing (7 letters) and badmouthing (9 letters). Smearing is the act of spreading false or damaging information about someone or something, while rapping is the act of speaking harshly or critically about someone or something. Ripping is similar to rapping, but it is more intense and involves more criticism. Trashing is the act of completely destroying someone or something's reputation, while badmouthing is the act of speaking negatively about someone or something.