: a disorder of the skin caused by inflammation of the skin glands and hair follicles
specifically
: a form found chiefly in adolescents and marked by pimples especially on the face
Examples of acne in a Sentence
a teenager with bad acne
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Many people can treat acne at home with over-the-counter products.
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Erica Sweeney, TIME, 25 Apr. 2024
Traditionally thicker and more viscous than essences, these boost hydration and help tackle skin concerns like acne, dullness, fine lines, and dark spots.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 24 Apr. 2024
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Erica Sweeney, TIME, 25 Apr. 2024
Traditionally thicker and more viscous than essences, these boost hydration and help tackle skin concerns like acne, dullness, fine lines, and dark spots.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 24 Apr. 2024
See all Example Sentences for acne
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“Acne.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/acne. Accessed 5 May. 2024.
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acne
noun
ac·ne
ˈak-nē 
: a disorder of the skin caused by inflammation of skin glands and hair follicles and marked by pimples especially on the face
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