BLACK EYES Synonyms: 58 Similar and Opposite Words

black eyes

noun

plural of black eye

as in odiums

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Noun

The trademarking of Trump To their discredit, according to voting records, Senate Democrats Kristen Arrington, Tracie Davis, Barbara Sharief and Shevrin Jones initially voted for the bill in committees.

— Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 27 Feb. 2026
No discredit to the movie, obviously.

— Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 4 Feb. 2026

Definition of discredit

Noun

Six legs and a center support help create a stable foundation, while linen protectors cover the rail ends and floor-friendly glides help prevent scratches on hard floors.

— Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 22 July 2026
So consider the size and severity of scratches and markings, as well as the item’s price.

— Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 21 July 2026

Definition of scratches

Noun

Most of the animals found were injured and had fractures, multiple traumas, mutilations, abrasions, or cuts, said Vargas, a veterinary assistant.

— Anabella Gonzalez, CNN Money, 19 July 2026
The bicyclist was moving at the time and suffered abrasions, according to an arrest warrant affidavit.

— Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 18 July 2026

Definition of abrasions

Noun

Necrotizing fasciitis can be contracted when bacteria that thrives in warm, brackish waters enters the body through open cuts, scrapes, burns or other puncture wounds, or by eating raw or undercooked shellfish.

— Vanessa Etienne, PEOPLE, 15 July 2026
The agency also recommends those at higher risk for infection wear water shoes or clothes in coastal water to prevent cuts and scrapes.

— Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 9 July 2026

Definition of scrapes

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The petition bumps the maximum age to take an entrance exam for the city’s police academy from 39 to 44 years old.

— Grace Zokovitch, Boston Herald, 27 July 2026
Although not all Graco strollers have suspension systems, these tires do a decent job of absorbing bumps in the road so your little one will feel more comfortable.

— BestReviews, Mercury News, 24 July 2026

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