disfigurement
noun
Pronunciation: dɪsˈfɪɡjərmənt
Definition
A permanent change to the appearance of a person's body or face, typically caused by injury, disease, or birth defect.
Examples
The reconstructive surgery was successful in minimizing the facial disfigurement caused by the fire.
Many survivors of the war struggle with the psychological impact of their physical disfigurement.
The disease can lead to severe disfigurement of the hands and feet if left untreated.
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