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Vocabulary Entry
taint
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A mark of dishonor or disgrace.
Example Sentences
"The scandal left a taint on his reputation."
"She tried to overcome the taint of her past mistakes."
"The company's taint due to the controversy affected its sales."
V
verb
To affect with a mental or moral defect; to contaminate.
Example Sentences
"The rumor began to taint their friendship."
"He was careful not to taint the purity of the project."
"Pollution can taint the water supply if not addressed."