Pigmentation: meaning, definitions and examples
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pigmentation
[ หpษชษกmษnหteษชสษn ]
skin condition
Pigmentation refers to the natural color of a person's skin, especially when it is uneven or discolored. It is caused by the production of melanin in the skin. Pigmentation can be affected by sun exposure, hormonal changes, or genetics.
Synonyms
coloration, discoloration, hue.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
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| pigmentation |
This term is generally used to describe the process or result of adding color to something, commonly in medical or biological discussions.
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| coloration |
This is often used to describe the overall color pattern or appearance of something, and can be used more broadly, including in the context of art or design.
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| discoloration |
This term often implies a negative change in color, suggesting that something has started to look different, often worse, due to damage, age, or other factors.
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| hue |
This word refers to a specific shade or tint of a color and is frequently used in artistic, design, or technical contexts.
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Examples of usage
- Pigmentation disorders such as melasma or hyperpigmentation can cause dark patches on the skin.
- Excessive sun exposure can lead to increased pigmentation and sun spots on the face.
Translations
Translations of the word "pigmentation" in other languages:
๐ต๐น pigmentaรงรฃo
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฐเคเคเคเคคเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Pigmentierung
๐ฎ๐ฉ pigmentasi
๐บ๐ฆ ะฟัะณะผะตะฝัะฐััั
๐ต๐ฑ pigmentacja
๐ฏ๐ต ่ฒ็ด ๆฒ็
๐ซ๐ท pigmentation
๐ช๐ธ pigmentaciรณn
๐น๐ท pigmentasyon
๐ฐ๐ท ์์ ์นจ์ฐฉ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุชุตุจุบ
๐จ๐ฟ pigmentace
๐ธ๐ฐ pigmentรกcia
๐จ๐ณ ่ฒ็ด ๆฒ็
๐ธ๐ฎ pigmentacija
๐ฎ๐ธ litarefni
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฟะธะณะผะตะฝัะฐัะธั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแแแขแแชแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ piqmentasiya
๐ฒ๐ฝ pigmentaciรณn
Etymology
The word 'pigmentation' has its roots in the Latin word 'pigmentum', which means 'coloring'. The concept of pigmentation has been studied for centuries, with ancient civilizations using various natural substances to alter skin color. In modern times, pigmentation is a key aspect of dermatology and cosmetology, with treatments available to address issues such as hyperpigmentation or hypopigmentation.
See also: depigmentation, hypopigmentation.