Besmirch

B2 16+
Synonyms Antonyms Collocations Idiomatic Expressions

Synonyms of besmirch

defame
sully
tarnish

Antonyms of besmirch

praise
honor
commend

Collocations of besmirch

reputation
Frequency: 80 %

The scandalous rumors threatened to besmirch her reputation.

name
Frequency: 70 %

He didn't want to besmirch his family's name with his actions.

character
Frequency: 60 %

The false accusations were an attempt to besmirch his character.

honor
Frequency: 50 %

He refused to besmirch his honor by lying under oath.

reputation
Frequency: 40 %

The negative publicity could besmirch the company's good reputation.

Idiomatic Expressions for besmirch

  • Phrase: besmirch someone's honor
    Meaning: to bring shame or disgrace to someone's honor or integrity
    Usage: The scandalous affair besmirched her family's honor in the community.