blemish

• Petite marque, défaut ou imperfection qui gâte l'apparence de quelque chose, notamment sur la peau ou un objet. Peut aussi désigner un défaut moral ou une tache sur une réputation.

A noun referring to a small mark, flaw, or imperfection that spoils the appearance of something.

1. Skin imperfectionB1formal

   A small mark or flaw on the skin, such as a pimple or scar.

   Imperfection cutanée

   • She used concealer to cover the blemish on her cheek.
   • The teenager was self-conscious about the blemishes on his face.
   • A good skincare routine can help reduce blemishes.

   Synonymesblotchdiscolorationflawimperfectionmarkpimplescarspotzit

2. General flaw or defectB2formal

   A mark, stain, or imperfection that spoils the appearance of something.

   Imperfection ou défaut général

   • The antique vase had a small blemish on its rim.
   • The diamond was flawless, without any blemishes.
   • The paint job was ruined by a noticeable blemish.

   Synonymesblotdefectdisfigurementflawimperfectionmarksmudgespotstaintarnish

   Antonymesadornmentbeautydecorationornamentperfection

3. Moral or reputational flawC1formal

   A fault or defect in a person's character or reputation.

   tache morale ou réputationnelle

   • The scandal was a blemish on his otherwise spotless career.
   • She considered dishonesty a serious blemish on a person's character.
   • The politician's past was a blemish that he could not escape.

   Synonymesblotslursmirchspotstainstigmatainttarnish

   Antonymescredithonorintegritymeritvirtue

• Verbe utilisé pour désigner l'action d'abîmer l'apparence ou la qualité de quelque chose, ou de provoquer un défaut ou une imperfection.

A verb used to indicate the act of spoiling the appearance or quality of something, or causing a flaw or defect.

1. Spoil or damageB2formal

   To spoil the appearance or quality of something; to mar.

   gâter, ternir

   • The scratch blemished the surface of the new table.
   • His reputation was blemished by the scandal.
   • The storm blemished the perfect landscape with fallen trees.

   Synonymesdamagedefacehurtimpairmarscarspoilsullytainttarnish

   Antonymesadornbeautifydecorateembellishornament