discoloration

noun

dis·​col·​or·​ation (ˌ)dis-ˌkə-lə-ˈrā-shən 

1

: the act of discoloring : the state of being discolored

2

: a discolored spot or formation : stain

Examples of discoloration in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Arcus senilis is a term for the discoloration of the cornea, the transparent part of the eye that covers the pupil and iris. —Angelica Bottaro, Verywell Health, 4 Apr. 2025

The only issue: Redness, discoloration, and acne scars can start to peek through by the time I’m done with my lunch break. —Claire Sullivan, Footwear News, 28 Mar. 2025

When under-eye darkness is not caused by discoloration, Denona points out that a concealer will be enough to sufficiently brighten. —Jessica Ourisman, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025

Removing Stains From Linoleum Floors Linoleum floors can get stains and discoloration from heavy foot traffic, food spills, pets, or heavy furniture that's been sitting on them for some time. —Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 28 Feb. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1545, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for discoloration

• abbreviation
• abomination
• acceleration
• accentuation
• accommodation
• accreditation
• acculturation
• accumulation
• acetylation
• adjudication
• administration
• adulteration