blotchy

American  

[bloch-ee] / ˈblɒtʃ i /

adjective

blotchier, blotchiest

1. having blotches.

   a blotchy complexion.

2. resembling a blotch.

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ˈblotchy British  

/ ˈblɒtʃɪ /

adjective

1. covered in or marked by blotches

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Other Word Forms

• blotchily adverb
• blotchiness noun

Etymology

Origin of blotchy

First recorded in 1815–25; blotch + -y ¹

Example Sentences

Besides causing flu-like symptoms, including high fever and blotchy, red rash, measles can cause serious long-term damage to the body’s immune system, weakening its ability to fight new infections.

From Salon

The ink had run; the text, where it survived, was written in enigmatic verse, and the centerfold map was almost completely obscured with smears and blotchy stains.

From Literature

We hear that as an aspiring actress, Meghan - who went on to star in Suits - used to get so nervous from auditions she would get blotchy and have to wear turtlenecks.

From BBC

A blotchy red or brown rash usually appears after a few days, typically on the face and behind the ears, before spreading.

From BBC

This is followed within days by a distinctive blotchy rash, which usually starts on the face and spreads to the rest of the body.

From BBC