Answer: blackened

AnswerCrossword Clue
BLACKENEDVilified.
blackened(of the sky) Become dark as night or a storm approaches
blackenedDye or color (the face or hair) black for camouflage or cosmetic effect
blackenedBecome or make black or dark, esp. as a result of burning, decay, or bruising
blackenedDamage or destroy (someone's good reputation); defame
blackenedBLACKEN, to defame (to destroy the reputation of)