marred

American

[mahrd] / mɑrd /

adjective

damaged or spoiled to a certain extent; made less perfect, attractive, useful, etc..

We can all get preoccupied with the marred aspects of our character.
disfigured or defaced, as by scratches, nicks, scars, or discoloration.

We love the marred table, actually, because it helps us remember the work, dirt, mess, and grit of life.

verb

the simple past tense and past participle of mar.

Other Word Forms

unmarred adjective

Etymology

Origin of marred

mar ( def. ) + -ed ² ( def. )

Example Sentences

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Eventually, mum and baby were deemed well enough to fly home but the couple's happiness was marred by news from the insurance company.

From BBC

Three-time reigning world ice dance champions Madison Chock and Evan Bates settled for a “bittersweet” silver that was marred by judging controversies.

From Los Angeles Times

Both toymakers faced a difficult holiday season, marred by tariffs and intensive promotions.

From MarketWatch

Their debut was marred by an unexpected fall from Cizeron, but they still won the competition.

From Barron's

It will round off the opening day of the tournament's 10th edition, which has been marred by a chaotic build-up.

From Barron's

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