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 |
|---|---|
| peripheral | of, relating to, involving, or forming a periphery or surface part |
| list | a simple series of words or numerals (such as the names of persons or objects) |
| frisk | to search (a person) for something (such as a concealed weapon) by running the hand rapidly over the clothing and through the pockets |
| brawl | to quarrel or fight noisily : wrangle |
| askew | out of line : at an angle |
| beleaguer | besiege |
| polemical | of, relating to, or being a polemic : controversial |
| wake | to be or remain awake |
| unguent | a soothing or healing salve : ointment |
| unprepossessing | not tending to create a favorable impression : not prepossessing |