Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stained
adjective
/steɪnd/
Definition
marked or discolored by a substance, often leaving an undesirable mark or change in appearance.
Examples
- The stained shirt was no longer suitable for the interview.
- She tried to remove the stained carpet with a special cleaner.
- The window had a stained glass design that caught the sunlight beautifully.
Meaning
To be stained means to have a blemish or discoloration that alters the original color or appearance of an object, often due to contact with liquids or other materials.
Synonyms
- blemished
- spotted
- tainted
- marred
- discolored
