This is the 12112th most frequent Korean word.
누명
"누명" means "false accusation" or "being wrongly blamed."
Here, '누명' refers to false accusations or charges that someone might be subject to without justification, emphasizing efforts to rectify the situation.
그는 자신의 누명을 풀기 위해 노력했다.
He worked hard to clear false charges against him.
In this sentence, '누명' denotes wrongful blame or attribution that has been applied, highlighting the feelings of injustice and surprise.
그가 누명을 썼다는 소식을 듣고 충격을 받았다.
I was shocked to hear the news that he was falsely accused.
Here, '누명' implies the act of assigning unfounded allegations or blame to someone intentionally.