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
compactpredominantly formed or filled : composed
prolongto lengthen in time : continue
prolixityunduly prolonged or drawn out : too long
insuperableincapable of being surmounted, overcome, passed over, or solved
motifa usually recurring salient thematic element (as in the arts)
aproposbeing both relevant and opportune
assurancethe state of being assured: such as
adversitya state or instance of serious or continued difficulty or misfortune
blueslow spirits : melancholy
bountifulliberal or generous in bestowing gifts or favors