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Smeared - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Smeared means to spread or rub a substance unevenly across a surface, often leaving a messy or blurred mark. It can also describe damaging someone’s reputation falsely.

smeared

/smɪrd/ /smɪəd/

Definition:

To spread or rub a substance messily over a surface, often leaving a stain or mark.

Synonyms:

streaked, daubed, smudged, stained

Part of Speech:

verb, adjective

Antonyms:

cleaned, wiped

Common Collocations:

smeared makeup, smeared paint, smeared ink, smeared across

Derivatives:

smearer, smearing, smearable

Usage Tips:

Use "smeared" to describe messy spreading of substances like paint or dirt on surfaces or faces.

Common Phrases:

smeared reputation, smeared with mud, smeared all over

Etymology:

From Old English "smerian," meaning to anoint or grease; related to Dutch "smeren" and German "schmieren."

Examples:

  • 1. The child smeared peanut butter on the table.
  • 2. Her face was smeared with dirt after playing outside.
  • 3. He accidentally smeared the ink while writing the letter.
  • 4. The artist smeared colors across the canvas for a dramatic effect.

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