I. noun
Synonyms: stigma , bar sinister, black eye, blot, brand, odium, onus, slur, spot, stain
II. verb
1.
Synonyms: taint 1, besmear, besmirch, discolor, smear, smudge, smutch, stain, tar, tarnish
2.
Synonyms: confuse 4, becloud, befog, cloud, fog, muddy
3.
Synonyms: dull 4, blear, dim