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Discolorment: meaning, definitions and examples

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discolorment

[dɪsˈkʌl.ər.mənt ]

Definitions

^{Context #1 | Noun}

skin condition

The discolorment of the skin could be caused by various factors such as sun exposure, hormonal changes, or certain medications.

Synonyms

discoloration, pigmentation changes.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
discolorment	not commonly used; might be considered a variant of 'discoloration' but could be seen as awkward or archaic; generally avoid in professional or everyday contexts. N/A
discoloration	commonly used to describe unwanted or unexpected changes in color on surfaces, skin, or materials; often used in medical, cosmetic, or cleaning contexts. The discoloration on the wall was caused by a water leak. He's concerned about the discoloration of his teeth.

Word

Description / Examples

discolorment

not commonly used; might be considered a variant of 'discoloration' but could be seen as awkward or archaic; generally avoid in professional or everyday contexts.

discoloration

commonly used to describe unwanted or unexpected changes in color on surfaces, skin, or materials; often used in medical, cosmetic, or cleaning contexts.

The discoloration on the wall was caused by a water leak.
He's concerned about the discoloration of his teeth.

Examples of usage

The discolorment on her face made her self-conscious.
The discolorment on his arm was a result of a skin allergy.

^{Context #2 | Noun}

stain or mark

The discolorment on the wall was a reminder of the water leak that had occurred months ago.

Synonyms

discoloration, mark, stain.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
discolorment	Typographical repetition of 'discolorment', same usage context as the singular instance. The old photograph showed signs of discolorment.
stain	Most often used to describe a difficult-to-remove spot, usually from liquids, with a negative connotation. The coffee left a stain on the carpet. Wine stains on clothes can be quite troublesome to remove.
mark	General word for any kind of trace or impression left on a surface. Can be neutral or have a negative connotation depending on the situation. He left a mark on the table. There was a dark mark on her shirt that wouldn't come out.
discoloration	Commonly used to describe areas where the color has faded, changed, or become uneven, often due to damage or age. The paint on the walls showed discoloration from years of sun exposure. Discoloration of teeth can occur due to poor hygiene.

Examples of usage

The discolorment on the carpet was due to a spilled drink.
The discolorment on the ceiling indicated a hidden issue with the plumbing.

Translations

Translations of the word "discolorment" in other languages:

🇵🇹 descoloração

🇮🇳 वर्णहीनता

🇩🇪 Verfärbung

🇮🇩 perubahan warna

🇺🇦 знебарвлення

🇵🇱 odbarwienie

🇯🇵 変色 (へんしょく)

🇫🇷 décoloration

🇪🇸 descoloración

🇹🇷 renk değişimi

🇰🇷 변색 (변색)

🇸🇦 تغيير اللون

🇨🇿 změna barvy

🇸🇰 zmena farby

🇨🇳 变色 (biànsè)

🇸🇮 razbarvanje

🇮🇸 litabreyting

🇰🇿 түсінің өзгеруі

🇬🇪 ფერის შეცვლა

🇦🇿 rəng dəyişməsi

🇲🇽 descoloración

Etymology

The word 'discolorment' is derived from the verb 'discolor,' which originated in the late 16th century. The prefix 'dis-' indicates negation or reversal, while 'color' refers to the appearance or hue of something. Over time, 'discolorment' has come to represent both changes in skin pigmentation and the presence of stains or marks on surfaces.