How many syllables in calumny?

There are 3 syllables in the word calumny.

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Definition of calumny:

calumny (noun):: a false or malicious statement; a misrepresentation intended to harm another's reputation; a false accusation of an offense or a malicious misrepresentation of someone's words or actions.

Synonyms for calumny:

abuse

aspersion

assassination

attack

backbiting

blackening

blackwash

calumniation

censure

contempt

criticism

defamation

defaming

denigration

depreciation

derogation

detraction

disparagement

epithet

evil-speaking

hatchet job

insult

libel

libeling

libelling

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