Defamation is:

a. An intentional act that amounts to extreme and outrageous conduct resulting in severe emotional distress to another
b. Is evidenced by illness
c. Wrongfully hurting a person's good reputation
d. Harmful or offensive physical contact intentionally performed


Answer: c. Wrongfully hurting a person's good reputation

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