defaced Definition
spoiled the surface or appearance of something, especially by drawing or writing on it.
Using defaced: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "defaced" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The statue was defaced with graffiti.
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Someone had defaced the walls with obscene words.
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The book's cover was defaced with ink.
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The building was defaced with posters.
defaced Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for defaced
- damaged
- marred
- disfigured
- ruined
- vandalized
Summary: defaced in Brief
'Defaced' [dɪˈfeɪst] is an adjective that describes something that has been spoiled in appearance, usually by drawing or writing on it. It is often used to describe vandalism, such as 'The statue was defaced with graffiti,' or damage to a book or building, like 'The book's cover was defaced with ink.' Synonyms include 'vandalized,' 'damaged,' and 'marred.'
