Blemished

Pronunciation: /ˈblɛmɪʃt/

Definitions of blemished

adjective an adjective describes or modifies a noun or pronoun. 'Blemished' describes something that is flawed or damaged.

Example Sentences

A1 The blemished apple was still edible.

A2 She was self-conscious about her blemished skin.

B1 The antique vase had a few blemished areas from years of use.

B2 The reputation of the company was blemished by the scandal.

C1 Despite his blemished past, he was able to turn his life around.

C2 The artist refused to sell the blemished painting, as it did not meet his standards.

Examples of blemished in a Sentence

formal The antique vase was considered less valuable due to its blemished surface.

informal I found a blemished apple in the fruit basket.

slang She didn't want to buy the jacket because it was too blemished.

figurative His reputation was blemished by the scandal.

Grammatical Forms of blemished

• past tense: blemished
• plural: blemishes
• comparative: more blemished
• superlative: most blemished
• present tense: blemish
• future tense: will blemish
• perfect tense: have blemished
• continuous tense: is blemishing
• singular: blemish
• positive degree: blemished
• infinitive: to blemish
• gerund: blemishing
• participle: blemished

Origin and Evolution of blemished

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'blemished' originated from Middle English, derived from the Old French word 'blesmir' meaning to make dirty or spotted.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'blemished' has evolved to not only refer to physical imperfections or flaws but also to describe anything that is tarnished or damaged in reputation or character.