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
scoretwenty
exaltto raise in rank, power, or character
venturesomeinclined to court or incur risk or danger : daring
indicessigns; indications; Ex. indices of a student's potential; CF. index: something that reveals or indicates; sign; Ex. cost-of-living index
exemptfree or released from some liability or requirement to which others are subject
egothe self especially as contrasted with another self or the world
uncouthawkward and uncultivated in appearance, manner, or behavior : rude
cordialshowing or marked by warm and often hearty friendliness, favor, or approval
flagrantconspicuously offensive
incarcerateto put in prison