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In some senses, maculate is marked as archaic, poetic. Watch for register when choosing this word.
maculate
UK /ˈmækjʊleɪt/ US /ˈmækjʊleɪt/
adj 2verb 1
Definitions
verb
1
To spot; to stain; to blur.
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
adj
1
Marked with spots or maculae; blotched.
2
Defiled, impure.
[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.
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