blemish
Translation
blemish, flaw, imperfection, spot
Examples
The apple had a small blemish on its skin.
The apple had a small blemish on its skin.
His reputation was without a blemish.
His reputation was without a blemish.
Grammar Patterns
a blemish on (sth.) a mark that spoils the appearance of something The apple had a blemish on its skin.
without a blemish perfect; with no flaws His reputation was without a blemish.
Similar Words
Synonyms: flaw, defect, spot, imperfection
Etymology
From Old French 'blemir', meaning 'to make pale, injure'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'blame-ish' – something you could blame for making an object imperfect.