How Do You Spell BESMEARED?

Pronunciation: [bɪsmˈi͡əd] (IPA)

The word "besmeared" is spelled with the prefix "be" and the adjective "smeared". The IPA transcription for "besmeared" is /bɪˈsmɪəd/. The sound /bɪ/ is followed by the long "i" sound /iː/, then the "m" sound /m/ and the "i" sound again. The final sound is the voiced "d" sound /d/. This word means to be covered or stained with a dirty or sticky substance. By understanding the phonetic transcription, the spelling of "besmeared" can be easily memorized.

BESMEARED Meaning and Definition

  1. Besmeared is a verb that refers to the act of spreading or applying a substance onto a surface, thus smearing it. The term is commonly used to describe the action of covering or staining something with a thick or sticky substance, often resulting in a messy or untidy appearance.

    Besmeared generally implies the use of grease, dirt, paint, or any other substance that can leave a visual mark. It can also suggest the application of a thick layer of something, making it more difficult to remove or clean. The process of besmearing typically involves a deliberate action where the substance is intentionally spread or rubbed onto the surface, often using hands or tools.

    The term besmeared can be associated with negative connotations, as it suggests a lack of cleanliness or hygiene. It can be used metaphorically to describe something that is tarnished, defamed, or sullied. For instance, one might say that a person's reputation has been besmeared if it has been damaged by scandal or dishonesty.

    In summary, besmeared represents the act of intentionally spreading or applying a thick, messy substance onto a surface, resulting in a stained or untidy appearance. The term carries negative connotations related to dirtiness, lack of cleanliness, or tarnished reputation.

Common Misspellings for BESMEARED

Etymology of BESMEARED

The word "besmeared" is derived from an Old English word: "besmirian". It can be further broken down into two parts: "be-" which was a prefix indicating "covering" or "surrounding", and "smyrian", meaning "to dirty, soil, or smear". Over time, "besmirian" evolved into "besmeared", retaining the same meaning of being covered or smeared with dirt, grease, or any other substance.

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Conjugate verb Besmeared

CONDITIONAL

I would besmear
we would besmear
you would besmear
he/she/it would besmear
they would besmear

FUTURE

I will besmear
we will besmear
you will besmear
he/she/it will besmear
they will besmear

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have besmeared
we will have besmeared
you will have besmeared
he/she/it will have besmeared
they will have besmeared

PAST

I besmeared
we besmeared
you besmeared
he/she/it besmeared
they besmeared

PAST PERFECT

I had besmeared
we had besmeared
you had besmeared
he/she/it had besmeared
they had besmeared

PRESENT

I besmear
we besmear
you besmear
he/she/it besmears
they besmear

PRESENT PERFECT

I have besmeared
we have besmeared
you have besmeared
he/she/it has besmeared
they have besmeared
I am besmearing
we are besmearing
you are besmearing
he/she/it is besmearing
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I was besmearing
we were besmearing
you were besmearing
he/she/it was besmearing
they were besmearing
I will be besmearing
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I have been besmearing
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I will have been besmearing
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I would have besmeared
we would have besmeared
you would have besmeared
he/she/it would have besmeared
they would have besmeared
I would be besmearing
we would be besmearing
you would be besmearing
he/she/it would be besmearing
they would be besmearing
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they would have been besmearing

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