What does maculate mean?
Maculate means To spot; to stain; to blur..
Maculate
/ˈmækjʊleɪt/ · verb
Meaning
To spot; to stain; to blur..
Definitions by Sense
- To spot; to stain; to blur.
- (obsolete) past participle of maculate
- Marked with spots or maculae; blotched.
- Defiled, impure.
Example Sentences
they wolde nat maculate the honour of their people with suche a reproche
There was a fresh smell in the air. Sidewalks began to be maculated with spreading areas of dryness
That the honour of verteous gentil men, be nocht maculat vitht the vice ande inciuilite of vicius pretendit gentil men.
[Les Misérables is] about the struggle of a mistreated man as he rises to the top, along with a mortal conflict between this maculate virtuous man and an immaculate pursuing demon.
Synonyms for maculate
Antonyms for maculate
Related Words
Word Forms
- maculates
- maculating
- maculated
- more maculate
- most maculate
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for maculate?
Common synonyms include dirty, foul, defile, soiled.
What is the opposite of maculate?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use maculate in a sentence?
they wolde nat maculate the honour of their people with suche a reproche
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