Besmirch
Verbकलंकित करना
Definition
To damage the reputation of someone or something; to tarnish.
Contextual Sentence: "The opposition accused the ruling party of attempting to besmirch the integrity of the Election Commission."
💡 Memory Hook (Mnemonic): Break it as 'be' + 'smirch' — to be smirched is to be smeared with dirt (reputation).
Synonyms
tarnish
sully
defame
Antonyms
honor
praise
commend