verb
besmirch
Besmirch (verb) means to make dirty.
verb
1
To make dirty.
2
To tarnish something, especially someone's reputation.
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Etymology
From Middle English besmorchen (attested in besmorchid). Compare Middle English bismotered (“bespattered, soiled”). By surface analysis, be- + smirch.
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of besmirch?
"besmirch" (verb) means to make dirty.
What are the different meanings of besmirch?
"besmirch" has 2 main meanings: 1. To make dirty; 2. To tarnish something, especially someone's reputation.