GRE Word List

DEFAME

to harm the reputation of by communicating false statements about : to harm the reputation of by libel (see libel

The meaning of the word defame is to harm the reputation of by communicating false statements about : to harm the reputation of by libel (see libel.

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WordMeaning
rebusa representation of words or syllables by pictures of objects or by symbols whose names resemble the intended words or syllables in sound
supplicantone who supplicates
elopeto run away secretly with the intention of getting married usually without parental consent
problematicposing a problem : difficult to solve or decide
indulgentwilling to allow excessive leniency, generosity, or consideration : indulging or characterized by indulgence
conversanthaving knowledge or experience
millenniumthe thousand years mentioned in Revelation (see revelation
effectuateto cause or bring about (something) : to put (something) into effect or operation : effect
recitala detailed account : enumeration
imposturethe act or practice of deceiving by means of an assumed character or name