an adjective, "slanderous, accusing falsely," is used as a noun, translated "slanderers" in 1 Timothy 3:11 , where the reference is to those who are given to finding fault with the demeanor and conduct of others, and spreading their innuendos and criticisms in the church; in 2 Timothy 3:3 , RV (AV, "false accusers"); Titus 2:3 (ditto): see ACCUSER , DEVIL.