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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WordMeaning
comportto be fitting : accord
juggernauta massive inexorable force, campaign, movement, or object that crushes whatever is in its path
brittleeasily broken, cracked, or snapped
plightto put or give in pledge : engage
withstandto stand up against : oppose with firm determination
indomitableincapable of being subdued : unconquerable
subordinateplaced in or occupying a lower class, rank, or position : inferior
abolishto end the observance or effect of (something, such as a law) : to completely do away with (something) : annul
fulsomecharacterized by abundance : copious
forensicbelonging to, used in, or suitable to courts of judicature or to public discussion and debate