How to Pronounce "besmirch"
word
bɪˈsmɜːtʃ
bih-SMERCH
bɪsmˈɜːtʃ
bih-SMERCH
Definition
To damage or stain someone’s reputation or honor, especially by saying bad things about them.
IPA Transcription
American English
bɪˈsmɜːtʃ
British English
bɪsmˈɜːtʃ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
bih-SMERCH
UK
bih-SMERCH
Listen in Context
The rumor could besmirch her good reputation.
Please do not besmirch his name without evidence.
They tried to besmirch his honor.
Don’t let one mistake besmirch your entire career.