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The act of injuring another's reputation through slander
“Perhaps the most obvious of these is his blackening of the reputation of Parmenion, presumably to justify Alexander's subsequent elimination of his most senior commander.”
A mark or discoloration, especially that caused by impact or the application of pressure
Attack someone's reputation
A film or stain formed on an exposed surface of a mineral or metal
Present participle for to make or grow dark, dim, or indistinct
“Soon, war clouds would blacken the horizon.”
Present participle for to make dirty or sooty
“Over time, the soot would blacken the light orange-red brick of old masonry masterpieces.”
Present participle for to damage the reputation of, especially with libelous statements
“The administration is so wedded to spin and manipulation that it is seeking to blacken a decent man's reputation.”
Present participle for to burn so or sear the surface of something
Present participle for to decrease the value, character, or quality of
Present participle for to make or become angry, unhappy, or gloomy
Present participle for to make, or cause to be, blur or dim
Present participle for to lose or cause to lose luster, especially as a result of exposure to air or moisture
Present participle for to give color to
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