noun🔗ShareTernissureOxidation or discoloration, especially of a decorative metal exposed to air."The tarnish on the silver trophy made it look less impressive. "La ternissure sur le trophée en argent le rendait moins impressionnant.appearancematerialchemistryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareSe ternir, s'oxyderTo oxidize or discolor due to oxidation."Careful storage of silver will prevent it from tarnishing."Une conservation soigneuse de l'argent empêchera qu'il ne se ternisse.materialappearancechemistryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗Shareternir, souiller, entacherTo soil, sully, damage or compromise"He is afraid that he will tarnish his reputation if he disagrees."Il craint de ternir sa réputation s'il est en désaccord.charactermoralvalueactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareSe ternir, ternir, se fanerTo lose its lustre or attraction; to become dull."The old, brightly painted school bus had begun to tarnish, losing its shine after years of use. "L'ancien bus scolaire, peint en couleurs vives, avait commencé à se ternir, perdant de son éclat après des années d'utilisation.appearanceconditionqualitycharactervalueChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
