Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
marring
verb
/mɑːrɪŋ/
Definition
To spoil or damage the appearance or quality of something.
Examples
- The scratches on the car’s surface were marring its overall look.
- His inappropriate comments were marring the pleasant atmosphere of the gathering.
- The artist was concerned that the weather might mar her outdoor painting.
Meaning
Marring refers to the act of causing imperfections or detracting from the beauty or integrity of an object or situation.
Synonyms
- spoiling
- blemishing
- damaging
- defacing
- ruining
