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tarnishing

[ˈtɑːnɪʃɪŋ]

tarnishing Definition

  • 1to make something lose its value or quality, especially over time
  • 2to damage someone's reputation

Using tarnishing: Examples

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

  • Example

    The scandal tarnished his reputation as a politician.

  • Example

    The silverware is tarnishing due to exposure to air.

  • Example

    The company's image was tarnished by the scandal.

  • Example

    The years have tarnished the memory of that once-great event.

tarnishing Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for tarnishing

Antonyms for tarnishing

Phrases with tarnishing

  • tarnish one's image

    to damage or harm someone's reputation

    Example

    The scandal tarnished his image as a successful businessman.

  • tarnish-resistant

    describes a material or coating that is resistant to tarnishing

    Example

    This jewelry is made of tarnish-resistant silver.

  • a substance used to remove tarnish from metal surfaces

    Example

    I need to buy some tarnish remover for my silverware.

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Summary: tarnishing in Brief

The verb 'tarnishing' [ˈtɑːnɪʃɪŋ] refers to the process of making something lose its value or quality, often over time. It can also mean to damage someone's reputation. Examples include 'The scandal tarnished his reputation as a politician.' and 'The silverware is tarnishing due to exposure to air.' Phrases like 'tarnish one's image' and 'tarnish-resistant' are also common.