smirched

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. verb smear so as to make dirty or stained
  2. verb charge falsely or with malicious intent; attack the good name and reputation of someone

Synonyms

smirch, besmirch

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