| Word | Definitions | Synonyms |
|---|---|---|
| smirch | (verb) charge falsely or with malicious intent; attack the good name and reputation of someone | Synonyms: asperse, besmirch, calumniate, defame, denigrate, slander, smear, sully |
| (verb) smear so as to make dirty or stained | Synonyms: besmirch | |
| smirk | (verb) smile affectedly or derisively | Synonyms: simper |