Meaning & Definition of word "Soiled"

verb:

• 1. past tense of soil; to make something dirty or unclean.
  • Example: He soiled his shirt while cooking dinner.
• 2. to stain or tarnish; to damage purity or integrity.
  • Example: The scandal soiled the politician's image permanently.

adjective:

• 1. made dirty or unclean, especially by soiling with substances such as dirt or stains.
  • Example: The soiled carpet had to be professionally cleaned after the party.
• 2. tainted or dishonored, particularly in terms of reputation or ethics.
  • Example: His soiled reputation made it difficult for him to find work in the industry.