GRE Word List
CALUMNY
a misrepresentation intended to harm another's reputation
The meaning of the word calumny is a misrepresentation intended to harm another's reputation.
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|---|---|
| succulent | full of juice : juicy |
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| guffaw | a loud or boisterous burst of laughter |
| yen | a strong desire or propensity |
| fanaticism | fanatic outlook or behavior |
| cunning | dexterous or crafty in the use of special resources (such as skill or knowledge) or in attaining an end |
| fastidious | showing or demanding excessive delicacy or care |
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| cohesion | the act or state of sticking together tightly |
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