SMEARING Meaning and
Definition
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Smearing, as a verb, refers to the act of spreading or applying a substance in a careless, imprecise, or uncontrolled manner on a surface, usually resulting in a messy or uneven coverage. It involves the deliberate or unintentional movement of a substance such as paint, ink, or a greasy substance across a surface, causing it to lose its original shape, integrity or clarity. Smearing typically entails the creation of blurred lines, patches, or streaks, resulting in an unfocused or hazy appearance.
In a metaphorical sense, smearing can also refer to the deliberate and damaging act of spreading false or injurious information about someone in order to harm their reputation or credibility. This derogatory practice often involves spreading rumors, gossip, or vicious lies with malicious intent, aiming to taint the individual's character or public image. Smearing can occur in various contexts, including politics, journalism, public relations, or personal relationships, among others. It is an act of defamation whereby the aggressor seeks to undermine the target's reputation or credibility by publicly tarnishing their name. The intent is often to create doubt or distrust in the minds of others, resulting in potential harm to the individual's personal or professional life.
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Etymology of SMEARING
The word "smearing" has its origins in the Old English term "smerian", which derives from the Proto-Germanic word "smerwōną". The Proto-Germanic root "smerwōną" means "to oil, grease, smear". Over time, the spelling and pronunciation of the word evolved, leading to the modern English term "smearing".
Similar spelling words for SMEARING
- Summering,
- smoring,
- smirring,
- long-simmering,
- Semiring,
- semarang,
- be-smearing,
- semerenko,
- simmering,
- siemerink,
- somerhing,
- smurring,
- samarang,
- zimring,
- smooring,
- samrong.
Conjugate verb Smearing
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