BLOTCHY Synonyms: 43 Similar and Opposite Words

blotchy

adjective

Definition of blotchy

as in colored

having blotches of two or more colors using that bronzer just made my face look blotchy

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Adjective

White wines might look more yellow, or reds may be brick-colored or brownish.

— Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 20 July 2026
The dark-colored wash is a nice, polished touch—even with their relaxed silhouette, and midriff bearing rise.

— Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 18 July 2026

Definition of colored

Adjective

The atmosphere may seem a little less colorful and little less festive.

— Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
Farris' depictions – drawn in a loose, minimal style with a bright, colorful palette – offer generalities that seem relatable for those who have attended med school.

— Tahneer Oksman, NPR, 23 July 2026

Definition of colorful

Adjective

Everything from the casting (male dancers, internet faves, and very few actual models) to the scenery (a 191-year-old venue with plenty of stained glass) to the ambiance (candlelit, with lots of bows and florals) embodied the brand's quintessential mix of romance, community, and nostalgia.

— Madeline Hirsch, InStyle, 26 June 2026
Spread the mixture on the stained area; leave it for 15 minutes before wiping it away with a microfiber cloth.

— Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 19 June 2026

Definition of stained

Adjective

Because spotted skunks are relatively rare in California wildlife rehabilitation centers and in the surrounding area, there were no other skunks of his kind available to keep him company.

— Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 24 June 2026
Normally, doctors can detect spotted fever Rickettsia lanei by performing specialized laboratory tests on skin or blood samples.

— Noe Padilla, USA Today, 18 June 2026

Definition of spotted

Adjective

Firmer than rib eye but just as rich and, frankly, more consistently well-marbled than most other cuts, it can be cooked like steak (to medium or medium-rare), or braised to full shreddy-ness.

— Chris Morocco, Bon Appetit Magazine, 17 July 2026
Gaga recently reissued the project to celebrate its tenth anniversary, offering it for sale on an opaque pink marbled wax record.

— Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026

Definition of marbled

Adjective

In addition to curling, the leaves become mottled, new leaflets are small and infected fruit is brown inside.

— Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 4 July 2026
At Taquearte, the split rolls are slathered with refried beans and chorizo, then blanketed in a single layer of mottled cheese.

— Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026

Definition of mottled

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blot out

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