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BESMIRCH

(verb)

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There are 2 meanings of the word Besmirch.

How to pronounce besmirch:

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Besmirch - as a verb

Charge falsely or with malicious intent; attack the good name and reputation of someone

Example: "The journalists have defamed me!"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
asperse9calumniate14defame12denigrate11slander8smear7smirch13sully8
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
accuse10charge12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Smear so as to make dirty or stained

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
smirch13

Example Sentences

"He did not want to besmirch his reputation by associating with criminals."
"The tabloids tried to besmirch the actress's name with scandalous rumors."
"The politician's opponents attempted to besmirch his character by spreading false information."
"She couldn't bear the thought of someone trying to besmirch her father's memory."
"The company's competitors launched a smear campaign to besmirch its products."
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Word Game Points

Is BESMIRCH a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, besmirch is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BESMIRCH has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is BESMIRCH a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, besmirch is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BESMIRCH has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is BESMIRCH a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, besmirch is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BESMIRCH has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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