Pronunciation: /dɪsˈfɪɡjərmənt/
noun the act of spoiling the appearance or shape of something
A1 She was born with a facial disfigurement.
A2 The accident left him with a permanent disfigurement on his arm.
B1 The surgery was successful in correcting the disfigurement caused by the burn.
B2 The artist's painting depicted the emotional impact of disfigurement on society.
C1 The disfigurement of the ancient statue was carefully restored by skilled craftsmen.
C2 The novel explored the psychological effects of disfigurement on the protagonist's sense of self.
adjective disfiguring
A1 The disfigurement on his face made it hard for him to recognize himself in the mirror.
A2 She felt self-conscious about the disfigurement on her arm, so she always wore long sleeves.
B1 The accident left him with permanent disfigurement on his leg, but he never let it hold him back.
B2 The disfigurement caused by the surgery was a constant reminder of the risks involved.
C1 Despite the disfigurement, she exuded confidence and grace in every situation.
C2 The artist used the disfigurement in his painting to create a sense of unease and intrigue.
formal The accident left him with severe disfigurement on his face.
informal She was born with a rare condition that caused disfigurement on her hands.
slang That scar on his arm is a real disfigurement.
figurative The graffiti on the historic building was a disfigurement to its beauty.
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