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taint

[teɪnt]

taint Definition

  • 1a trace of a bad or undesirable quality or substance
  • 2contaminate or pollute (something)
  • 3affect with a bad or undesirable quality

Using taint: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "taint" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The scandal tainted his reputation.

  • Example

    The water was tainted with lead.

  • Example

    The food was tainted with salmonella.

  • Example

    The company's success was tainted by unethical practices.

taint Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for taint

Antonyms for taint

Idioms Using taint

  • a taint on one's record

    a mark of shame or disrepute that can negatively affect one's future prospects

    Example

    The criminal conviction was a taint on his record that made it hard for him to find a job.

  • to create a negative or unpleasant atmosphere

    Example

    The argument between the two coworkers taint the atmosphere in the office.

  • the presence or influence of suspicion or doubt

    Example

    The investigation left a taint of suspicion on the company's reputation.

Phrases with taint

  • the presence or influence of corrupt practices or individuals

    Example

    The government was accused of having a taint of corruption.

  • a love that is corrupted or unhealthy in some way

    Example

    Their relationship was full of lies and deceit, a tainted love that eventually fell apart.

  • to make it difficult to find an impartial jury for a trial due to pretrial publicity or other factors

    Example

    The media coverage of the case could taint the jury pool and affect the outcome of the trial.

Origins of taint

from Old French 'teint', meaning 'color, dye'

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Summary: taint in Brief

'Taint' [teɪnt] refers to a trace of bad or undesirable quality or substance, which can contaminate or pollute something. It can also mean to affect something with a bad or undesirable quality. Examples include 'The water was tainted with lead.' and 'The company's success was tainted by unethical practices.' 'Taint' extends into phrases like 'tainted love,' and idioms like 'a taint on one's record,' denoting a mark of shame or disrepute.