Vocabulary Entry

mar

|noun • verb

noun

A mark, blemish, or injury that detracts from perfection.

Example Sentences

"The car had a noticeable mar on the side from the last storm."

"A small mar in the surface of the wood left it looking flawed."

"She tried to hide the mar in the painting with touch-up paint."

verb

Example Sentences

"The harsh weather can mar the beauty of the landscape."

"He didn't want to mar the surprise with any hints."

"Her harsh words could mar their friendship permanently."