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.