Discoloration
noun
A change in color of an object or skin that makes it look unattractive or unhealthy.
The doctor was concerned about the discoloration of the patient's skin.
Often appears as...
- skin discoloration
- discoloration of teeth
noun
The process or state in which something becomes darker, particularly due to damage or poor condition.
The discoloration of the machinery indicated it was in dire need of maintenance.
Often appears as...
- metal discoloration
- lead discoloration
noun
Loss of brightness in an object, usually as a result of exposure to light or heat.
The discoloration in the fabric was due to prolonged exposure to the sun.
Often appears as...
- fabric discoloration
- discoloration due to sunlight
noun
A change in color of an object or skin that makes it look unattractive or unhealthy.
The doctor was concerned about the discoloration of the patient's skin.
Often appears as...
- skin discoloration
- discoloration of teeth
noun
The process or state in which something becomes darker, particularly due to damage or poor condition.
The discoloration of the machinery indicated it was in dire need of maintenance.
Often appears as...
- metal discoloration
- lead discoloration
noun
Loss of brightness in an object, usually as a result of exposure to light or heat.
The discoloration in the fabric was due to prolonged exposure to the sun.
Often appears as...
- fabric discoloration
- discoloration due to sunlight
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Pro Tip 1/3Health Indicator
Discoloration may indicate a health issue or physical ailment when referring to skin or organic materials.
The sudden discoloration on Jim's arm alarmed him, prompting a visit to the doctor.
Pro Tip 2/3Unpleasant Appearance
Often used to describe a deterioration in the attractiveness of an object or person.
She ignored the discoloration on the vintage dress, charmed by its style.
Pro Tip 3/3Neutral Term
The word itself isn't positive or negative but suggests a problem when used in context.
Despite the discoloration, the antique vase retained its value.
Pro Tip 1/3Health Indicator
Discoloration may indicate a health issue or physical ailment when referring to skin or organic materials.
The sudden discoloration on Jim's arm alarmed him, prompting a visit to the doctor.
Pro Tip 2/3Unpleasant Appearance
Often used to describe a deterioration in the attractiveness of an object or person.
She ignored the discoloration on the vintage dress, charmed by its style.
Pro Tip 3/3Neutral Term
The word itself isn't positive or negative but suggests a problem when used in context.
Despite the discoloration, the antique vase retained its value.
Pro Tip 1/3Health Indicator
Discoloration may indicate a health issue or physical ailment when referring to skin or organic materials.
The sudden discoloration on Jim's arm alarmed him, prompting a visit to the doctor.
Pro Tip 2/3Unpleasant Appearance
Often used to describe a deterioration in the attractiveness of an object or person.
She ignored the discoloration on the vintage dress, charmed by its style.
Pro Tip 3/3Neutral Term
The word itself isn't positive or negative but suggests a problem when used in context.
Despite the discoloration, the antique vase retained its value.
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A curable condition that...
A cataract occurs when proteins in the lens lose their normal arrangement, clumping together in a way that causes discoloration or clouding, and eventually blocks most vision. Cataracts can be caused by eye injury, certain medications, ultraviolet radiation, diabetes,
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Safari Live - Day 12 PIPE...
there beyond and just brought in the picture slightly and what you can see are numberless herds of wildebeest you can just sort of make them out there any discoloration that you see on that hill is numberless to build a boost and that is where we
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Becci Manson:...
This was the very first. Not terribly damaged, but where the water had caused that discoloration on the girl's face had to be repaired with such accuracy and delicacy. Otherwise, that little girl isn't going to look
Video examples
A curable condition that...
A cataract occurs when proteins in the lens lose their normal arrangement, clumping together in a way that causes discoloration or clouding, and eventually blocks most vision. Cataracts can be caused by eye injury, certain medications, ultraviolet radiation, diabetes,
Video examples
Safari Live - Day 12 PIPE...
there beyond and just brought in the picture slightly and what you can see are numberless herds of wildebeest you can just sort of make them out there any discoloration that you see on that hill is numberless to build a boost and that is where we
Video examples
Becci Manson:...
This was the very first. Not terribly damaged, but where the water had caused that discoloration on the girl's face had to be repaired with such accuracy and delicacy. Otherwise, that little girl isn't going to look
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Quote examples
Woody Harrelson
American Actor
I used to have terrible acne on my face: red, splotchy discoloration. And mucus - I was constantly blowing my nose. Then one day, this woman sits down next to me on a bus, and says, 'You're lactose-intolerant.' It all cleared up in three days. That changed my life. Doctors couldn't figure it out.
Quote examples
Woody Harrelson
American Actor
I used to have terrible acne on my face: red, splotchy discoloration. And mucus - I was constantly blowing my nose. Then one day, this woman sits down next to me on a bus, and says, 'You're lactose-intolerant.' It all cleared up in three days. That changed my life. Doctors couldn't figure it out.
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