Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

zit

noun
/zɪt/
Definition
A small pimple, typically resulting from clogged pores or acne.
Examples
  • After eating junk food, I noticed a few zits on my forehead.
  • She applied an ointment to help reduce the redness of the zit.
Meaning
Commonly used as a slang term for a pimple or acne mark, particularly among teenagers.
Synonyms
  • pimple
  • blemish
  • acne
  • spot