disfiguration

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun an appearance that has been spoiled or is misshapen
  2. noun the act of damaging the appearance or surface of something

Etymology

From disfigure + -ation.

In classic literature

Synonyms

disfigurement, deformity

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