What does tainted mean?
Tainted means Corrupted or filled with imperfections..
Tainted
/ˈteɪntɪd/ · adjective
Meaning
Corrupted or filled with imperfections..
Definitions by Sense
- Corrupted or filled with imperfections.
- (computer security, of data) Originating from an untrusted source.
- simple past and past participle of taint
Example Sentences
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.
Near-synonyms: imperfect, faulty
Do not use tainted values in SQL queries.
Synonyms for tainted
Antonyms for tainted
Related Words
Word Forms
- more tainted
- most tainted
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for tainted?
Common synonyms include adulterated, impure, polluted, tainted.
What is the opposite of tainted?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use tainted in a sentence?
Hey, get that away from me! It was bought with tainted money.
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