Tainted
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈteɪntɪd/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Tainted is an adjective meaning Corrupted or filled with imperfections.
Meaning
Corrupted or filled with imperfections.
More Meanings
- (computer security, of data) Originating from an untrusted source.
- simple past and past participle of taint
Example Sentences
Near-synonyms: imperfect, faulty
Do not use tainted values in SQL queries.
Hey, get that away from me! It was bought with tainted money.
A statement from the official Lao News Agency (KPL) Friday reported that “the consumption of tainted alcoholic beverages” was the suspected cause of the deaths.
Synonyms for tainted
Depending on context, synonyms include adulterated, polluted, common, contaminated, corrupted, mixed.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include rotten, damaged, sullied, flyblown, tarnished, blemished.
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