Pronunciation: /ˈtɑːrnɪʃ/
noun a thin layer of corrosion on a metal surface
A1 I accidentally spilled coffee on my white shirt and now there is a tarnish on it.
A2 The tarnish on the silverware was difficult to remove.
B1 Leaving the metal jewelry in a humid environment can cause tarnish to develop.
B2 The reputation of the company was tarnished after the scandal.
C1 The politician's tarnish reputation made it difficult for them to win re-election.
C2 The tarnish on the antique mirror was carefully cleaned by a restoration expert.
verb to dull or damage the surface of something
A1 I accidentally tarnished my favorite necklace by leaving it in the sun.
A2 The gossip about her past didn't tarnish her reputation in the community.
B1 The scandal tarnished the company's image and led to a decrease in sales.
B2 The politician's involvement in the corruption scandal tarnished his career and credibility.
C1 The artist's controversial statements tarnished his legacy and impact on the art world.
C2 The scandalous revelations tarnished the reputation of the once-respected organization.
formal The silverware had begun to tarnish due to exposure to moisture.
informal I need to clean my jewelry before it starts to tarnish.
slang Don't let negative comments tarnish your self-esteem.
figurative The scandal threatened to tarnish the politician's reputation.
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