Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

Malign

Besmirch

The most appropriate synonym of the word "malign" is besmirch.

• Malign means to speak ill of someone or something in a way that is likely to damage their reputation.
• Approve means to have a favorable opinion of someone or something.
• Benefit means to be helpful or advantageous to someone or something.
• Besmirch means to damage someone's reputation by making false or negative statements about them.
• Commend means to praise someone or something for their good qualities or actions.