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 |
|---|---|
| furtive | done in a quiet and secretive way to avoid being noticed : surreptitious |
| knave | a tricky deceitful fellow |
| gavel | rent or tribute in medieval England |
| bohemian | a native or inhabitant of Bohemia |
| tenant | one who has the occupation or temporary possession of lands or tenements of another |
| termination | end in time or existence : conclusion |
| descry | to catch sight of |
| chivalrous | valiant |
| lap | a loose overlapping or hanging panel or flap especially of a garment |
| behoove | to be necessary, proper, or advantageous for |