go down as (something)

go down as (something)

To maintain a particular reputation after one's life or tenure ends. You will go down as a dictator if you don't start listening to your people. Mrs. Block went down as one of the most beloved teachers at our school.
See also: down, go
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • before (one's) time
  • before time
  • be before (one's) time
  • be before somebody's time
  • a blot on (one's) escutcheon
  • a blot on escutcheon
  • a blot on the escutcheon
  • a blot on your escutcheon
  • (there's) no peace/rest for the wicked
  • at (one's) doorstep