1. third person singular present of attaint; to disgrace or bring shame upon
Usage: archaic; legal
2. third person singular present of attaint; to declare someone guilty of treason or felony, resulting in loss of civil rights
Usage: archaic; legal

Examples

• The court attaints the traitor for his crimes against the crown.
• His corruption attaints his family’s reputation.
• The judge attaints the defendant after finding him guilty of treason.
• Such behavior attaints the honor of the entire organization.
• The scandal attaints everyone associated with the company.