DEFORMITY Synonyms: 38 Similar and Opposite Words

deformity

noun

di-ˈfȯr-mə-tē

Definition of deformity

as in defect

something that spoils the appearance or completeness of a thing a primitive culture that cast aside infants born with deformities, allowing them to die of exposure to the elements

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Recent Examples of deformity Complex tumors, spinal deformity surgery, ruptured aneurysms, and high-acuity patients will continue to require the full resources of tertiary care centers. — Richard Menger Md Mpa, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026 The toebox’s square shape is also particularly accommodating for bunion deformities. — Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 27 Apr. 2026 The Romans did not share our sensibilities about gender or deformity. — Literary Hub, 15 Apr. 2026 Fish embryos that grow in the presence of oil may be born with heart defects, as well as spine and skull deformities. — Jeffrey Marlow, New Yorker, 5 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for deformity

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Noun

Creating a quantum sensor out of a defect One of the biggest challenges in industrial energy management is visibility.

— Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 4 July 2026
The lawsuit said this defect helped cause Avila's death and the harm the family suffered.

— Paloma Chavez, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026

Definition of defect

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Although Chicago had its issues with redlining and massive disinvestment that left generational scars on some primarily Black neighborhoods, the small town ethos held little sway over me.

— Dawn M. Turner, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026
Adding these impacts to the early Earth’s heat budget, though, proved rather challenging because Earth has a peculiar way of healing its scars.

— Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 5 July 2026

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Noun

Verticillium wilt causes similar blotches and yellowing.

— Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 June 2026
Pine snakes can grow up to 56 inches in length, have black, brown, and russet scales with dark blotches along their backs, and are noted for having a pointed nose, which experts believe may help with burrowing.

— Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 12 June 2026

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