smirch synonyms

smirch

n.

  1. A smudge

    spot, blotch, smear; see blemish, stain.

  2. Dishonor

    stigma, slur, blemish; see disgrace 1, 2, scandal.

smirch

v.

  1. To soil

    smudge, discolor, smear; see dirty.

  2. To degrade

    sully, discredit, malign; see humble, slander.

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