discolor

Verb

Meaning

To alter the natural hue or color of; to change to a different color; to stain; to tinge; as, a drop of wine will discolor water; silver is discolored by sea water.

To alter the true complexion or appearance of; to put a false hue upon.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

color colour discolour sully mar mark smut solarize tar char spatter damage soil spot streak
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Antonyms

color apparent colour dust paint pigment
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Hypernyms

change alter modify

Hyponyms

crimson black white gray tan redden

Phrases with the word

Setophaga discolor holodiscus discolor

Derivatives

discolored discoloring

Examples

The shirts discolored Source: Internet

The detergent discolored my shirts Source: Internet

The painting discolored Source: Internet

However, other processes such as decay or insect invasion can also discolor wood, even in woody plants that do not form heartwood, which may lead to confusion. Source: Internet

High carbon stainless steel blades do not discolor or stain, and maintain a sharp edge. Source: Internet

In very high densities ( algal blooms ) these algae may discolor the water and outcompete, poison, or asphyxiate other life forms. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

discoligamentous discolike discolith discolorate discoloration discoloration of the skin