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
orientto direct (something, such as a book or film) toward the interests of a particular group
lustrousreflecting light evenly and efficiently without glitter or sparkle
accelerateto move faster : to gain speed
trekto make one's way arduously
foppishfoolish
nuptialof or relating to marriage or the marriage ceremony
pariaha member of a low caste of southern India
outlawa person excluded from the benefit or protection of the law
amuleta charm (such as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (such as disease or witchcraft)
infantileof or relating to infants or infancy