sullying

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. verb place under suspicion or cast doubt upon
  2. verb make dirty or spotty, as by exposure to air; also used metaphorically
  3. verb charge falsely or with malicious intent; attack the good name and reputation of someone

Synonyms

defile, sully, corrupt, taint, cloud

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