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
peripheralof, relating to, involving, or forming a periphery or surface part
lista simple series of words or numerals (such as the names of persons or objects)
friskto search (a person) for something (such as a concealed weapon) by running the hand rapidly over the clothing and through the pockets
brawlto quarrel or fight noisily : wrangle
askewout of line : at an angle
beleaguerbesiege
polemicalof, relating to, or being a polemic : controversial
waketo be or remain awake
unguenta soothing or healing salve : ointment
unprepossessingnot tending to create a favorable impression : not prepossessing