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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vignettea picture (such as an engraving or photograph) that shades off gradually into the surrounding paper
deb\^aclesudden disastrous downfall or defeat; complete disaster
fulcrumprop
smeltany of a family (Osmeridae) of small bony fishes that closely resemble the trouts in general structure, live along coasts and ascend rivers to spawn or are landlocked, and have delicate oily flesh with a distinctive odor and taste
amiablefriendly, sociable, and congenial
doffto remove (an article of wear) from the body
shamblesa meat market
adjournto suspend indefinitely or until a later stated time
arcadea long arched building or gallery
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