calumny
/ˈkæləmni/
ca · lum · ny
ˈkæ · ləm · ni
English Definition
n. Slander and defamation; libel
Significado en Español
calumnia
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
vu khống, phỉ báng
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
calumn (slander, Latin) + y → defamation, slander.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
In the heated debate, the politician accused his rival of spreading calumny about his past business dealings.
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A
praise
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B
slander
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C
support
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D
admiration
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B — slander.
“calumny” means n. Slander and defamation; libel
Common questions about “calumny”
What does “calumny” mean?
calumny — n. Slander and defamation; libel. In Chinese: 诽谤，诬蔑.
How do you pronounce “calumny”?
calumny is pronounced /ˈkæləmni/. It breaks into 3 syllables: ca · lum · ny.
Is “calumny” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. calumny appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “calumny”?
calumn (slander, Latin) + y → defamation, slander.
