distained
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /dɪˈsteɪnd/
KK: /dɪˈsteɪnd/
adjective
Definition
Having marks or discoloration that make something look dirty or damaged.
Example
The distained fabric was no longer suitable for the elegant event.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: more distained
Superlative: most distained
Conversation
Did you see the old painting in the gallery?
Yeah, it looked a bit distained from age.
I wonder if they will restore it someday.
I hope so, it deserves to be displayed in better condition.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
tainted
blemished
marred
Antonyms
clean
pure
unblemished
verb
Definition
To have shown a lack of respect or consideration for someone or something.
Example
She distained the idea of working on weekends, believing it was beneath her.
Tense Forms
Past: distained
Past Participle: distained
Conversation
I can't believe she distained my idea so quickly.
Yeah, it seemed a bit harsh of her to dismiss it like that.
I thought it was a solid plan, but I guess she just didn't see it.
Root Explanation
Distained → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart) and "stain" (from Old French *esteindre*, meaning to extinguish or to stain). The word "distained" means to have been stained or marked in a way that separates it from its original purity or condition.
Memory Tip
Think of something being 'marked apart' — 'dis-' means apart, and 'stain' refers to a mark or blemish. This helps you remember that 'distained' means something has been stained or marked.
Visually Confused Words
undistrained
strained
undistanced
undisdained
disordained