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besmirch

The correct spelling is besmirch.

How to pronounce besmirch

/bɪˈsmɜːtʃ/
verb

IPA: /bɪˈsmɜːtʃ/

Say it like: Bes-mir-ch

The correct spelling is besmirch. To make dirty. For example: "The newspaper was on a campaign to besmirch the actor."

Usage Examples

The newspaper was on a campaign to besmirch the actor.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To make dirty.
  2. 2.To tarnish something, especially someone's reputation.

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