GRE Word List

ASPERSION

a false or misleading charge meant to harm someone's reputation

The meaning of the word aspersion is a false or misleading charge meant to harm someone's reputation.

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WordMeaning
recapitulateto retell or restate briefly : summarize
spryable to move quickly, easily, and lightly : nimble
gravitydignity or sobriety of bearing
revulsiona strong pulling or drawing away : withdrawal
defectan imperfection or abnormality that impairs quality, function, or utility : shortcoming
paroxysma fit, attack, or sudden increase or recurrence of symptoms (as of a disease) : convulsion
remissnegligent in the performance of work or duty : careless
sturdyfirmly built or constituted : stout
proprietythe quality or state of being proper or suitable : appropriateness
repulseto drive or beat back : repel