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scars

NOUN

blemish from previous injury or illness

Synonyms

STRONGEST

blister crater defect discoloration disfigurement flaw scab wound

STRONG

cicatrice cicatrix hurt mark pockmark track

Antonyms

STRONGEST

perfection strength

VERB

mark, hurt

Synonyms

STRONGEST

disfigure injure maim mar traumatize

STRONG

beat blemish brand cut damage deface flaw pinch score scratch slash stab

Antonyms

STRONGEST

aid cure heal help

STRONG

adorn beautify decorate embellish fix lose mend ornament repair smooth

WEAK

perfect

Example Sentences

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But some economists argue that the move could be premature at a time the economy is already showing scars from the conflict.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

I have no scars to show for it — only memories born of breaking bread, or rather breadsticks, with loved ones.

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026

Like far too many women across this country, I know what it feels like to come through childbirth carrying both physical and emotional scars.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

They live in a silo for two, sharing their pain, icing their scars.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

Christopher saw that her olive skin was covered in tiny bite and scratch scars, on her hands and wrists, on her neck and cheek.

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell