Word Type

Noun

Verb

The word "smirch" can be used as noun and verb.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

besmirch

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

accuse blemish charge defect error fault mar mistake smear

Manner Of

smear

Related Terms

chirp dirt harm reputation slander smear stain supermassive black hole

Synonym Network

besmirch blot defame smudge soil

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