blemished

/ˈblemɪʃt/

Meanings

verb

To spoil the appearance of.

Examples :

"The spilled coffee slightly blemished the important document, but thankfully the text was still readable. "

appearance quality

verb

To tarnish (reputation, character, etc.); to defame.

Examples :

"The politician's career was blemished by accusations of corruption. "

character moral value attitude negative quality

adjective

Having blemishes; flawed.

Examples :

"The apple was perfectly round, but sadly, its skin was slightly blemished with a few brown spots. "

appearance quality

Related Words

important adjective

/ɪmˈpɔːtənt/ /ɪmˈpɔɹtənt/

Having relevant and crucial value.

"It is very important to give your daughter independence in her life so she learns from experience."

accusations noun

/ˌækjuˈzeɪʃənz/

The act of accusing.

"The manager addressed the accusations of unfair treatment that several employees had made. "

blemishes noun

/ˈblɛmɪʃɪz/

A small flaw which spoils the appearance of something, a stain, a spot.

"The old mirror had many small blemishes on its surface, making it hard to see a clear reflection. "

appearance noun

/əˈpɪəɹəns/ /əˈpɪɹəns/

The act of appearing or coming into sight; the act of becoming visible to the eye.

"His sudden appearance surprised me."

slightly adverb

/ˈslaɪtli/

Slenderly; delicately.

"He was slightly built, but tall."

document noun

/ˈdɒkjʊmənt/ /ˈdɒkjʊmɛnt/ /ˈdɑkjʊmənt/ /ˈdɑkjʊmɛnt/

An original or official paper used as the basis, proof, or support of anything else, including any writing, book, or other instrument conveying information pertinent to such proof or support.

"The document outlining the family's budget was used to prove their financial need to the housing agency. "

thankfully adverb

/ˈθæŋkfəli/ /θæŋkˈfʊli/

In a thankful manner; giving thanks.

"The rain stopped, and thankfully, we were able to have our picnic in the park. "

perfectly adverb

/ˈpɜːfɪktli/ /ˈpɝfɪktli/

With perfection.

"They completed the first series perfectly."

character noun

/ˈkæɹəktə/ /ˈkæɹəktɚ/

A being involved in the action of a story.

"The main character in the school play was a brave student. "

reputation noun

/ˌɹɛpjʊˈteɪʃən/

What somebody is known for.

"My sister's reputation for being organized helped her excel in school. "

corruption noun

/kəˈɹʌpʃən/

The act of corrupting or of impairing integrity, virtue, or moral principle; the state of being corrupted or debased; loss of purity or integrity

"The politician's acceptance of expensive gifts was seen as a clear example of corruption. "

politician noun

/ˈpɒl.ɪ.tɪʃ.ən/ /pɑl.ɪˈtɪʃ.ən/

One engaged in politics, especially an elected or appointed government official.

"The politician spoke at the school assembly about the importance of community involvement. "