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
colloquialused in or characteristic of familiar and informal conversation
soliloquythe act of talking to oneself
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verbatimin the exact words : word for word
waylayto lie in wait for or attack (someone) from ambush
retractto draw back or in
cohortscompanion
concorda state of agreement : harmony
obstreperousmarked by unruly or aggressive noisiness : clamorous
contendto strive or vie in contest or rivalry or against difficulties : struggle