scarring

noun

scar·​ring ˈskär-iŋ 

: the formation or appearance of a scar or of multiple scars on the skin or other bodily tissue after a wound has healed

an injury that resulted in a lot of scarring on his leg

facial/corneal scarring

Overly aggressive facials—especially on people with very sensitive skin or acne—can result in scarring, worsened breakouts and broken capillaries,

—Liz Brody

The redness, scarring, and hyperpigmentation of deep inflammatory acne lesions frequently lessen in two or three years.

—Elizabeth A. Abel et al.

Examples of scarring in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Chronic liver disease gets worse when the liver's immune system stays overactive, resulting in ongoing inflammation and scarring. —Pranjal Malewar, New Atlas, 11 Jan. 2026

Marty’s face prominently features a scar on his cheekbone and additional scarring under his chin, suggesting a rough life. —Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 10 Jan. 2026

These approaches often lead to less visible scarring and faster recovery. —Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 9 Jan. 2026

McDaniel, 42, leaves without much job scarring, though, and should be an instant offensive coordinator candidate anywhere in the league. —Chris Branch, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1847, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for scarring

• barring
• charring
• jarring
• marring
• sparring
• starring
• tarring
• debarring