
Disfigure
Physical Harm
Used when physical damage changes an object's or person's appearance, often negatively.

The vandal’s key disfigured the car’s paintwork.
Cultural Values
Cultural sites affected by 'disfigure' can reflect disrespect to heritage and history.

The ancient monument was disfigured with spray paint.
Emotional Impact
Can imply emotional responses such as shock or dismay at the change in appearance.

People were saddened to see the statue disfigured.
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DamageDefaceDeformInjureMarMutilateSpoil
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