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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

smirching

/smɜːr.tʃɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does smirching mean?

verb

To damage or harm someone's reputation by spreading false or malicious information. To besmirch or tarnish someone's good name.

Example

"The politician's reputation was smirched by the scandal, and she was forced to resign."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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