KAL-um-nee
(noun) A false and damaging statement meant to harm someone’s reputation.
The candidate sued his rival for spreading calumny during the campaign.
Fun Fact
In ancient Rome, calumny was actually a punishable offense under the law. The word’s legal roots make it a favorite in political and journalistic commentary when false accusations fly.
gri-GAIR-ee-us
(adjective) Fond of company; sociable.
Always gregarious, Mia effortlessly gathered people together wherever she went.
From Latin gregarius, meaning “belonging to a flock,” from grex — “herd” or “group.”
Fun Fact
In biology, animals described as gregarious naturally seek out groups—think flocking birds, schooling fish, or grazing herds. Humans show similar patterns: social behavior often strengthens memory, resilience, and mood. The word paints a picture of someone who thrives when surrounded by others, moving through life the way birds lift together on a shared current.
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