English dictionary
blemish
/'bl/E/m/I//S/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a mark or flaw that spoils the appearance of something (especially on a person's body)
ExamplesA facial blemish.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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Any mark of deformity or injury, whether physical or moral; anything that diminishes beauty, or renders imperfect that which is otherwise well formed; that which impairs reputation.
Source: webster1913
verb
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mar or spoil the appearance of
Source: WordNet 3.0
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mar or impair with a flaw
ExamplesHer face was blemished.
Synonyms spotSource: WordNet 3.0
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add a flaw or blemish to; make imperfect or defective
Synonyms flawSource: WordNet 3.0
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To mark with deformity; to injure or impair, as anything which is well formed, or excellent; to mar, or make defective, either the body or mind.
Source: webster1913