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Meaning of blacken
to make something black or darker
Etymology of blacken
The word "blacken" has its roots in Old English "blæc" meaning black, and the suffix "-en" which forms a verb
Historically, the word has been used since the 14th century to describe the act of making something black or darker, and its meaning has evolved to include figurative uses such as damaging someone's reputation
Synonyms
Definitions
- to make something black or darker, especially by covering it with a black substance
- * to damage or harm someone's reputation by saying or writing bad things about them
- * to become black or darker, especially because of being dirty or damaged
Usage Examples
- The fire blackened the walls of the building
- * The scandal blackened the company's reputation
- * The smoke blackened the air