1. capable of becoming dull, discolored, or less bright through exposure to air or moisture
2. capable of having one’s reputation or image damaged or spoiled
Usage: figurative

Examples

• Silver jewelry is highly tarnishable and requires regular cleaning.
• The brass fixtures are tarnishable if not properly maintained.
• Copper pipes are tarnishable when exposed to certain chemicals.
• His previously spotless reputation proved surprisingly tarnishable.
• The politician’s image was tarnishable despite years of careful management.
• Some metals are more tarnishable than others in humid climates.