verb (third person singular present) / noun (plural)
contamina / mancha / corrompe
1. (verb) To contaminate or pollute something, making it impure or unfit
The scandal taints his reputation.
O escândalo contamina sua reputação.
2. (verb) To affect negatively or spoil the quality of something
Prejudice taints the judgment of the jury.
O preconceito prejudica o julgamento do júri.
3. (noun, plural) Traces or spots of contamination or moral defect
The taints of corruption were evident in the organization.
Os sinais de corrupção eram evidentes na organização.
Related Idioms & Phrases
taint of suspicion - suspeita de contaminação
beyond a taint - sem qualquer mancha
taint someone's name - manchar o nome de alguém
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