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
bogwet spongy ground
aberrantdeviating from the usual or natural type : atypical
rebuketo criticize sharply : reprimand
collusionsecret agreement or cooperation especially for an illegal or deceitful purpose
exceptionablebeing likely to cause objection : objectionable
forsaketo renounce or turn away from entirely
tonsurethe Roman Catholic or Eastern rite of admission to the clerical state by the clipping or shaving of a portion of the head
recantto withdraw or repudiate (a statement or belief) formally and publicly : renounce
deputizeto appoint as deputy
terminologythe technical or special terms used in a business, art, science, or special subject