mar
word
/ˈmɑɹ/
mar
/mˈɑː/
mah
Definition
To damage or spoil something, making it less perfect or enjoyable.
Usage & Nuances
'Mar' is somewhat formal and more common in writing. It usually refers to damaging appearance, reputation, or experience, often in ways that are hard to repair. Common phrases: 'mar the beauty', 'mar the moment', 'marred by'. Not used for physical destruction (use 'break', 'damage', 'ruin').
Spanish: estropear - arruinarPortuguese (BR): manchar - estragar - arruinarPortuguese (PT): manchar - estragar - arruinarChinese (Simplified): 破坏 - 损坏Chinese (Traditional): 破壞 - 損壞Hindi: बिगाड़ना - नुकसान करनाArabic: يشوه - يفسدBengali: কলঙ্কিত করা - ক্ষুণ্ণ করাRussian: портить - омрачатьJapanese: 損なう - 台無しにするVietnamese: làm hỏng - làm xấu điKorean: 흠집내다 - 손상시키다Turkish: bozmak - gölge düşürmekUrdu: دھبہ لگانا - خراب کرناIndonesian: merusak - menodai
Example Sentences
Don’t let one mistake mar your whole day.
natural
The event was wonderful, but bad weather really marred it.
natural
Her reputation was marred by the scandal.
natural
The scratch will mar the table's surface.
basic
His loud voice marred the peaceful atmosphere.
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Rain can mar a picnic.
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