retouched

UK
/ˌriːˈtʌtʃt/
US
/ˌriˈtʌtʃt/

Translations

retouchedpast participle
UK
/ˌriːˈtʌtʃt/
US
/ˌriˈtʌtʃt/
More precise label for an adjective derived from a verb’s past participle; usage remains adjectival.
retouchéSurtout en parlant d’une image, d’une photo ou d’un texte légèrement modifié pour en améliorer l’aspect.
The retouched photograph looked flawless, with every blemish removed.
La photographie retouchée semblait sans défaut, chaque imperfection ayant été supprimée.
retouchverb

retouched

Past Simple

retouched
Past Simple
retouched
Past Participle
retouching
Gerund
UK
/ˌriːˈtʌtʃ/
US
/ˌriˈtʌtʃ/
The photographer decided to retouch the portrait to remove any blemishes.
Le photographe a décidé de retoucher le portrait pour enlever les imperfections.
retouchpast participle

retouched

Used attributively to describe something that has been altered or improved by retouching.
The magazine published a heavily retouched photograph on its cover.
Le magazine a publié une photographie très retouchée en couverture.

Definitions

retouchedpast participle
Having been altered or improved by making small changes, especially to enhance appearance or quality.
The retouched photograph looked flawless, with every blemish removed.
retouchverb
To improve or repair a photograph, painting, or other image by making small changes or additions.
The photographer decided to retouch the portrait to remove any blemishes.
To make small changes to something to improve its appearance or function.
She retouched the dress by adding some lace to the hem.
retouchpast participle
Altered or improved by making small corrections or additions.
The magazine published a heavily retouched photograph on its cover.