Calumny
nounGREHard
Definition
making false and defamatory statements
Example Usage
"The article was filled with calumny."
Synonyms
slanderdefamationlibelvilification
Antonyms
praisecommendation
Tags
#gre#noun#gre#hard
How to Use "Calumny"
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Context
This word is commonly used in GRE contexts. It's a hard level word.
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In Writing
Use "Calumny" to make your writing more precise. It works well in formal and academic contexts.
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Remember
Associate "Calumny" with its synonyms: slander, defamation, libel. This helps with recall.
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