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Blemishing: meaning, definitions and examples

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blemishing

 

[ ˈblemɪʃɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

making imperfect

Blemishing refers to the act of causing imperfections or flaws in something. This can relate to physical objects or even abstract concepts like reputation. When something is blemished, it is marked or altered in a way that diminishes its quality or attractiveness. The term implies a negative alteration, indicating that the original state has been harmed or degraded in some form.

Synonyms

deface, impair, mar, spoil

Examples of usage

  • The paint job was blemished by poor weather conditions.
  • His reputation was blemished by the scandal.
  • The surface was blemished after being exposed to harsh chemicals.

Translations

Translations of the word "blemishing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 manchando

🇮🇳 धुंधलाना

🇩🇪 beschädigen

🇮🇩 mengotori

🇺🇦 заплямовуючи

🇵🇱 plamiąc

🇯🇵 汚す

🇫🇷 tacher

🇪🇸 manchar

🇹🇷 lekelenmek

🇰🇷 더럽히다

🇸🇦 تلطخ

🇨🇿 poskvrňovat

🇸🇰 znečisťovať

🇨🇳 污损

🇸🇮 umažati

🇮🇸 blettir

🇰🇿 ластану

🇬🇪 მოიწამლა

🇦🇿 ləkələmək

🇲🇽 manchar

Word origin

The word 'blemish' originates from the Middle English term 'blemisshen,' which itself comes from the Old French 'blêmir' meaning 'to make pale or to cause to pale, fade.' This term is rooted in the Latin word 'blennus,' which referred to mucus or slime, an allusion to something that is considered undesirable or unattractive. Over time, the term evolved to encompass a broader range of meanings, signifying any sort of mark, flaw, or imperfection that detracts from the overall quality of an object or entity. The usage of 'blemish' in English dates back to the 14th century, primarily being used in the context of physical appearance but gradually extending to abstract concepts like character and reputation.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #42,166, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.