"Tarnishes" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples
"Tarnishes" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
"Tarnishes" Meaning
To damage or reduce the quality, value, or reputation of something by causing it to appear spoiled, defective, or less desirable.
Example: "Her temperamental behavior tarnished the company's reputation."
"Tarnishes" Examples
Tarnishes
Past Tense
- Form: the verb "tarnish" becomes "tarnished"- Example sentences:
- Her pride was tarnished by her defeat.
- The silver medal tarnished over time.
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To spoil or ruin the appearance or reputation of something; to damage or impair the value or prestige of something.<br><br>Example: Her reputation was tarnished by the scandal.
Tarnished
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Tarnishing
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