What does it mean for Abigail to have a soiled name in The Crucible by Arthur Miller?

Abigail Williams has a soiled name in The Crucible because she is known for being a liar and a troublemaker. She has accused innocent people of witchcraft in the past, and she is now seen as a threat to the community. Abigail's reputation is so bad that no one believes her when she accuses John Proctor of witchcraft. This is ultimately leads to her downfall and the deaths of many innocent people.