discolourment

[/dɪsˈkʌlərmənt/]
nounpl: discolourments
descoloração
1. The act or process of losing color or becoming discolored; a change in color from the original
The discolourment of the old painting was caused by exposure to sunlight.
A descoloração do quadro antigo foi causada pela exposição à luz solar.
2. A stain or mark that discolors something; an area of altered or changed color
There was a noticeable discolourment on the white fabric after washing.
Havia uma descoloração notável no tecido branco após a lavagem.
This is a formal, somewhat archaic English term. In modern usage, 'discoloration' is more common in American English, while 'discoloration' or 'discolouration' appears in British English. In Brazilian Portuguese, 'descoloração' is the standard academic and technical term, commonly used in art restoration, textile care, and medical contexts.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
discolorationstainingdiscoloringfadingbleachingtarnishing
Antonyms / Antônimos
colorationbrighteningrestoration

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
descoloração
Most common term used in standard Brazilian Portuguese
Portugal
descoloração
Standard European Portuguese equivalent
General Brazilian
manchamento
Alternative term emphasizing staining aspect
General Brazilian
desbotamento
Used when referring to fading of colors

Related Words

discolordiscoloredcolorpigmentationstainfade

Related Idioms & Phrases

without discolourment
prevent discolourment
signs of discolourment
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