Tarnishing

Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM

Scrabble:14 ptsWWF:16 pts10 letters

Definition of Tarnishing

verb

To oxidize or discolor due to oxidation.
"Careful storage of silver will prevent it from tarnishing."
To soil, sully, damage or compromise
"He is afraid that he will tarnish his reputation if he disagrees."
To lose its lustre or attraction; to become dull.

noun

The act by which something is tarnished.

Anagrams of Tarnishing

Words You Can Make

50 words can be made from the letters in "tarnishing":

9-LETTER WORDS

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8-LETTER WORDS

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7-LETTER WORDS

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6-LETTER WORDS

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