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Meaning of
tarnish
in English
tarnish
us
//ˈtɝnɪʃ//
uk
//ˈtɑːnɪʃ//
#common
Past Tense
tarnished
Participle Verb
tarnishing
Third Person Singular
tarnishes
Definitions
Noun
metal
discoloration
from
oxidation
Verb
to
oxidize
or
lose
color
;
become
dull
The
silver
necklace
began
to
tarnish
after
years
of
wear
.
to
damage
or
compromise
something's
reputation
The
company's
reputation
will
tarnish
if
they
don't
address
the
scandal
.
to
lose
appeal
or
luster
over
time
The
constant
criticism
began
to
tarnish
her
confidence
.
Compounds / Phrases
antitarnish
