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Meaning of tarnishes
tarnishes
to bring disgrace on, to make or become dull, dim, or discolored, something that tarnishes, a film of chemically altered material on the surface of a metal (such as silver), a film of chemically changed material on the surface of a metal (as silver), to dull or destroy the luster of by or as if by air, dust, or dirt, to bring disgrace or cast doubt on, to become tarnished, to detract from the good quality of
tarnishes Sentence Examples
- The silver jewelry tarnished rapidly in the humid air.
- The bright reputation of the organization was tarnished by a scandal.
- The water from the polluted river tarnished the surface of the boat hull.
- Years of neglect allowed the once-gleaming metal to tarnish and decay.
- The betrayal of trust left an indelible mark, tarnishing the relationship beyond repair.
- The acid fumes tarnished the delicate paintwork on the old car.
- The tarnished brass fittings on the fireplace mantlepiece spoke of years gone by.
- The city's reputation as a tourist destination was tarnished by crime and violence.
- The tarnished silver coins lost their value and became mere curiosities.
- The damage to the precious artwork was irreparable, tarnishing its once-pristine condition.
FAQs About the word tarnishes
to bring disgrace on, to make or become dull, dim, or discolored, something that tarnishes, a film of chemically altered material on the surface of a metal (suc
darkens, mars, spoils,taints, poisons, stains, sullies, besmirches, blackens, pollutes
purifies, cleanses, magnifies, elevates, glorifies, enshrines,ennobles, uplifts,dignifies, hallows
The silver jewelry tarnished rapidly in the humid air.
The bright reputation of the organization was tarnished by a scandal.
The water from the polluted river tarnished the surface of the boat hull.
Years of neglect allowed the once-gleaming metal to tarnish and decay.
