Mar

Verb

Definition: To impair the quality or appearance of; spoil.

Synonyms: Damage, Ruin, Blemish, Deface

Antonyms: Enhance, Improve, Repair

Examples:
  • The graffiti marred the pristine walls of the museum.
  • The scratch on his car's paintwork marred its overall beauty.
Mnemonics:
  • "Mar" rhymes with "scar," which can also spoil the appearance of something.

Etymology:

Origin:

Middle English "marr", from Old English "gemerran", meaning to hinder or obstruct.

Historical Usage:

The word has been used in English since at least the 14th century.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Mar the moment"

Explanation:

To spoil or ruin a special or significant moment.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Using "mar" as a noun.

Explanation:

"Mar" is primarily used as a verb in English and does not have a commonly accepted noun form.

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