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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| aberration | the fact or an instance of deviating or being aberrant especially from a moral standard or normal state |
| connoisseur | expert |
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| trunk | the main stem of a tree apart from limbs and roots |
| abet | to actively second and encourage (something, such as an activity or plan) |
| amend | to put right |
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