discolor

• Verbo usado para indicar o processo de mudança ou perda de cor, frequentemente devido ao tempo, exposição ou danos.

A verb used to indicate the process of changing or losing color, often due to age, exposure, or damage.

1. Change colorB2formal

   To change or lose the original color, often in a way that is undesirable.

   Descolorir

   • The sun can discolor your curtains over time.
   • Bleach can discolor dark fabrics if used incorrectly.
   • The old photograph had discolored with age.

   Sinônimosbleachdarkenfadespotstaintarnishtingeyellow

2. Stain or tarnishB2formal

   To cause something to become stained or marked, altering its appearance.

   Manchar ou descolorir

   • The spilled wine discolored the white tablecloth.
   • Rust can discolor metal surfaces.
   • The chemical reaction discolored the solution in the test tube.

   Sinônimosblemishdirtysmudgesoilspotstainsullytarnish

   Antônimosbleachcleanwhiten