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
forsaketo renounce or turn away from entirely
proprietythe quality or state of being proper or suitable : appropriateness
exposeto deprive of shelter, protection, or care : subject to risk from a harmful action or condition
epauletsomething that ornaments or protects the shoulder: such as
visagethe face, countenance, or appearance of a person or sometimes an animal
filchto steal secretly or casually
goadto incite or rouse as if with a goad (see goad
rambleto move aimlessly from place to place
decantto draw off (a liquid) without disturbing the sediment or the lower liquid layers
trepidationa nervous or fearful feeling of uncertain agitation : apprehension