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deface

The word “deface” has 2 syllables: de-face

It's pronounced as /dɪˈfeɪs/

What is synonym and antonym for deface?

In the thesaurus, “deface” has 85 synonyms and 33 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for deface along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for deface

Antonyms for deface

  • ameliorate
  • better
  • build
  • conserve
  • cure
  • doctor
  • edit
  • enhance
  • enrich
  • fix
  • heal
  • help
  • improve
  • meliorate
  • mend
  • patch
  • perfect
  • preserve
  • protect
  • rebuild
  • recondition
  • reconstruct
  • rectify
  • refine
  • rehabilitate
  • remedy
  • remodel
  • renovate
  • repair
  • revamp
  • revise
  • salvage
  • save

Meanings of deface

  • verb
    1. To damage or vandalize something, especially a surface, in a visible or conspicuous manner.
    2. To void or devalue; to nullify or degrade the face value of.
    3. (flags) To alter a coat of arms or a flag by adding an element to it.

Example Sentences

  • Vandals tried to deface the historic monument with graffiti.
  • It’s illegal to deface public property in the city.
  • They planned to deface the billboard as an act of protest.
  • The artist refused to deface his own work for publicity.
  • Harsh weather can gradually deface stone sculptures over time.

On this page you'll find 118 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to deface, such as: ameliorate, annihilate, bang up, bash, batter, better, blemish.

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