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untarnished Antonyms

Opposite of untarnished

Because the opposite of untarnished shifts with each meaning, the 12 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Free from moral stain, disgrace, or loss of respect; having an unspoiled reputation, character, or record.

Usage Example

"She retired after forty years in public service with her reputation completely tarnished."

Strongest
tarnished
blemished
sullied
Strong
stained
tainted
marred
spoiled
compromised

• adjective (Context 2)

Not dulled, corroded, or discolored on the surface; retaining original brightness and luster (especially of metal).

Usage Example

"Kept inside a velvet-lined wooden case, the antique silver candlesticks remained bright and tarnished."

Strongest
tarnished
Strong
dull
corroded
oxidized
discolored
stained

Similar words to untarnished

Words similar to untarnished shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

unblemished
unsullied
unstained
spotless
bright
impeccable
unspoiled
untainted
See all synonyms of untarnished

• Nearby Words

untangle
untanned
untapped
untarnished
untarred
untasted
untasteful

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Untarnished. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/untarnished
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