discolorable

[/dɪsˈkʌlərəbəl/]
adjective
descolorível
1. capable of being discolored; susceptible to losing color or becoming stained
The discolorable fabric required special care during washing.
O tecido descolorível exigia cuidados especiais durante a lavagem.
2. able to be tarnished or made less pure in appearance
His discolorable reputation was damaged by the scandal.
Sua reputação descolorível foi prejudicada pelo escândalo.
This term is primarily used in technical contexts such as textile manufacturing, laundry care, and material science. It is relatively formal and not commonly used in everyday conversation. In Brazil, it appears more frequently in product labeling and care instructions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
stainablefadeabletarnishablebleachablediscolouring
Antonyms / Antônimos
colorfastunfadeablestainproofpermanent

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
descolorível
Standard term used in formal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
descolorível
Same usage as general Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
descolorível
Technical/formal usage in textile industry
Portugal
descolorável
Slight spelling variation but same meaning

Related Words

discolordiscolorationdiscoloredcolorfadetarnishstain

Related Idioms & Phrases

discolorable by nature
prone to discoloration
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