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marring

/ˈmɑː.rɪŋ/

/ˈmɑr.ɪŋ/

marverb

marring

ing-form

marred

Past Simple

marred

Past Participle

marring

ing-form

/mɑː/

/mɑr/

Translations

ternirS'emploie notamment pour une qualité, une réputation ou un effet global rendu moins bon.

The graffiti marred the pristine walls of the building.

Les graffitis ont terni les murs immaculés du bâtiment.

gâcherSens courant pour dire qu'on abîme ou qu'on compromet quelque chose.

The loud noise marred the peaceful atmosphere of the library.

Le bruit fort a gâché l'atmosphère paisible de la bibliothèque.

Additional translations

abîmerPour un dommage plus concret, physique ou visuel.

Definitions

To impair the appearance or quality of something.

The graffiti marred the pristine walls of the building.

To spoil or damage something, making it less perfect or less enjoyable.

The loud noise marred the peaceful atmosphere of the library.

Synonyms

Antonyms

marnoun

Definitions

A mark or flaw that spoils the appearance or integrity of something.

The mar on the painting's surface was noticeable under the gallery lights.