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 |
|---|---|
| calumny | a misrepresentation intended to harm another's reputation |
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| flaunt | to display or obtrude oneself to public notice |
| addendum | a thing added : addition |
| figurine | a small carved or molded figure : statuette |
| orgy | secret ceremonial rites held in honor of an ancient Greek or Roman deity and usually characterized by ecstatic singing and dancing |
| tightwad | a close or miserly person |
| incidence | rate of occurrence or influence |
| verbiage | a profusion of words usually of little or obscure content |
| fashion | the prevailing style (as in dress) during a particular time |