Direction: Choose the correct SYNONYM for the following word. CALUMNY
Question and options
Direction: Choose the correct SYNONYM for the following word.
CALUMNY
CALUMNY
- Canny
- Defamation
- Artless
- Commendation
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B - Defamation
Calumny is a false and malicious statement damaging someone's reputation, i.e. defamation. Commendation is its opposite.
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