discoloration

noun

dis·​col·​or·​ation (ˌ)dis-ˌkə-lə-ˈrā-shən 

1

: the act of discoloring : the state of being discolored

2

: a discolored spot or formation : stain

Examples of discoloration in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Both chlorine bleach and oxygen bleach will oxidize iron, causing yellow or red discoloration. —Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 31 Jan. 2026

Plus, the soothing licorice root extract helps calm everything down, making this an ideal pick for anyone who wants to combat discoloration without compromising hydration. —Deanna Pai, Allure, 29 Jan. 2026

Converted to vacation condos in the 1980s, the building looked tired to me (Jacuzzi closed, discoloration in lobby ceiling, DVD/VCR player beneath my TV) but service was helpful. —Los Angeles Times, 29 Jan. 2026

Light that’s too bright or a sudden shift in light intensity can also stress your ficus and result in leaf discoloration. —Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 29 Jan. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1545, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for discoloration

• abbreviation
• abomination
• acceleration
• accentuation
• accommodation
• accreditation
• acculturation
• accumulation
• acetylation
• adjudication
• administration
• adulteration