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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| dappled | marked with small spots or patches contrasting with the background |
| endue | provide |
| elliptical | of, relating to, or shaped like an ellipse |
| functionary | one who serves in a certain function |
| despondent | feeling or showing extreme discouragement, dejection, or depression |
| dotage | a state or period of senile decay marked by decline of mental poise and alertness |
| sleight | deceitful craftiness |
| reputed | having a good repute : reputable |
| machinations | an act of machinating |
| misnomer | the misnaming of a person in a legal instrument |