BESMEARS Meaning and
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Besmears is a verb that refers to the act of tarnishing, defaming, or smearing someone's reputation, character, or achievements. It involves spreading harmful or negative information or opinions about someone or something with the intention of damaging their reputation or credibility. The term has its roots in the Old English word "besmiran," which means "to smear or soil."
When one besmears another person or entity, they attack their dignity, honor, or integrity through false accusations, rumors, or malicious comments. This action often aims to create doubt or mistrust among others, leading to a loss of respect or admiration for the individual or the thing being besmeared.
Besmearing can occur in various contexts, such as political or personal disputes, social media gossip, or professional rivalries. It may involve spreading unverified information, distorting facts, or intentionally misrepresenting someone's statements or actions. The purpose of besmearing is often to undermine someone's reputation or weaken their position in society, thereby gaining a competitive advantage or achieving personal or collective goals.
In summary, besmears refers to the deliberate act of staining or sullying someone's reputation or good name through the spread of harmful information, unfounded accusations, or damaging opinions. It involves a conscious effort to tarnish someone's standing in the eyes of others.
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Etymology of BESMEARS
The word "besmears" is derived from the combination of two Middle English words: "be-" and "smeren".
The prefix "be-" in Middle English functions as an intensifier, adding emphasis or intensifying the action of the verb it is attached to. In this case, "be-" emphasizes the action of smearing.
The word "smeren" comes from Old English "smerian", meaning "to anoint or smear". It is related to the Proto-Germanic word "smarōną" and the Old High German "smerōn", both having similar meanings.
Over time, with changes in pronunciation and the evolution of the English language, "be-" and "smeren" merged together to form "besmears", which means "to smear thoroughly or cover with smears".
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