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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| internecine | of, relating to, or involving conflict within a group |
| punitive | inflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment |
| partial | of or relating to a part rather than the whole : not general or total |
| seethe | to suffer violent internal excitement |
| prop | something that props or sustains : support |
| arrogance | an attitude of superiority manifested in an overbearing manner or in presumptuous claims or assumptions |
| monumental | serving as or resembling a monument : massive |
| translucent | permitting the passage of light: |
| roster | a roll or list of personnel |
| cleave | to adhere firmly and closely or loyally and unwaveringly |