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calumny
What does calumny mean?
calumny (noun): a false accusation or charge brought to tarnish another's reputation or standing.
Definition: Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.
What are synonyms of calumny?
From Princeton WordNet 3.1.
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What does “calumny” mean?
a false accusation or charge brought to tarnish another's reputation or standing
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the branch of pure mathematics dealing with the theory of numerical calculations
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the status or position of a performer acknowledged to be a star; fame; celebrity
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a large fire extending to many objects, or over a large space; a general burning
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Which word is closest in meaning to “calumny”?
defamation
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detachment
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memorandum
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repetition
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