attaint

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. verb bring shame or dishonor upon
  2. verb condemn by attainder

Etymology

From Middle English atteinte, from Old French ateint, past participle of ateindre; in some senses influenced by taint.

In classic literature

Synonyms

dishonor, disgrace, dishonour, shame

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