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

WordMeaning
abolishto end the observance or effect of (something, such as a law) : to completely do away with (something) : annul
grimacea facial expression usually of disgust, disapproval, or pain
takeoffa rise or leap from a surface in making a jump or flight or an ascent in an aircraft or in the launching of a rocket
retiringreserved
discreteconstituting a separate entity : individually distinct
freneticmarked by fast and energetic, disordered, or anxiety-driven activity : frenzied
mutedbeing mute : silent
requiteto make return for : repay
exactingtryingly or unremittingly severe in making demands
luminarya person of prominence or brilliant achievement