Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tarnished-reputation
noun
/ˈtɑrnɪʃt ˌrɛpjʊˈteɪʃən/
Definition
A negative perception or image of someone or something that has been damaged or harmed, often due to past actions or events.
Examples
- After the scandal, the politician’s tarnished reputation made it difficult for him to regain the public’s trust.
- Her constant lies led to a tarnished reputation, causing her to lose friends and opportunities.
Meaning
A tarnished reputation refers to the loss of respect, trust, or good standing that an individual, organization, or entity once had, usually resulting from misconduct, scandal, or negative publicity.
Synonyms
- Damaged reputation
- Disgraced image
- Stained reputation
- Negative perception
