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Disfiguring: meaning, definitions and examples

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disfiguring

 

[ dɪsˈfɪɡjʊrɪŋ ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

physical appearance

Disfiguring refers to something that causes a significant alteration or damage to the physical appearance of a person or object, often making it less attractive or recognizable. This term is often associated with injuries, scars, or conditions that change the way someone looks, which can have psychological effects as well. Disfiguring can also describe changes caused by disease or accidents, affecting one's self-esteem and social interactions.

Synonyms

damaging, defacing, deformative, marred

Examples of usage

  • The disfiguring scar on his face was a constant reminder of the accident.
  • She underwent surgery to correct the disfiguring birthmark.
  • The fire left him with disfiguring injuries.
  • He faced disfiguring effects from the disease.

Translations

Translations of the word "disfiguring" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desfigurante

🇮🇳 विकृत करने वाला

🇩🇪 entstellend

🇮🇩 merusak penampilan

🇺🇦 дисфігуруючий

🇵🇱 zniekształcający

🇯🇵 変形させる

🇫🇷 défigurant

🇪🇸 desfigurante

🇹🇷 şekil bozan

🇰🇷 형체를 망가뜨리는

🇸🇦 مشوه

🇨🇿 deformující

🇸🇰 deformujúci

🇨🇳 毁容的

🇸🇮 deformirajoč

🇮🇸 afmyndar

🇰🇿 бұзатын

🇬🇪 დეფორმირებადი

🇦🇿 deformasiyaya uğrayan

🇲🇽 desfigurante

Etymology

The term 'disfiguring' originates from the Middle English word 'disfiguren', composed of the prefix 'dis-', indicating reversal or negation, and 'figuren', derived from Latin 'figurare', meaning to shape or form. Historically, discussions around disfigurement have been present since antiquity, often in the context of warfare, accidents, or diseases that impacted physical form. Throughout the ages, societies have had various responses to disfigurement, ranging from stigmatization to efforts for rehabilitation and acceptance. With the advancement of medical practices, terms associated with disfigurement have evolved, reflecting changes in societal attitudes towards beauty and individuality.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,951, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.