mars
Defaces or blemishes
Mars means to damage or spoil, especially by making imperfect: A scratch marred the finish.
The damage doesn't destroy but diminishes: Poor lighting marred the photographs, Violence marred the celebration.
Something marred retains its essential nature while bearing a flaw. (Capitalized Mars is the planet or Roman god.)
spoil
Damage or overindulge
diminish · blemish · disfigure · deface · tarnish · scar · ruin · harm · injure · detract
aesthetic effect
marsbeautifies
Makes more attractive
adorns · embellishes · graces · decorates · ornaments
- martial artistCombat discipline practitioner
- martial artsCodified fighting systems
- military marchRhythmic troop movement
- wedding marchCeremonial aisle music
- martial lawArmed forces governance
- slow marchStately ceremonial walking pace
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