26984 words

blemish

5 definitions • 5 examples
1
a mark on something that spoils its appearance:

Examples:

freckles, scars, and other minor skin blemishes
2
a fault in a person's character:

Examples:

Is any politician's record without blemish on this issue?
3
to spoil something:

Examples:

This latest revelation has seriously blemished the governor's reputation.
4
a mark or fault that spoils the appearance of someone or something:

Examples:

Makeup can cover up your skin blemishes.
5
A blemish can also be a mistake or fault:

Examples:

Only one blemish spoiled her school record.

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