1. to damage or spoil the appearance of something, especially by leaving permanent marks or scars

Examples

• The accident disfigured his face permanently.
• Graffiti can disfigure beautiful buildings.
• The disease disfigured her hands over time.
• Construction work temporarily disfigured the historic square.
• The fire disfigured the once-pristine forest.
• Vandals disfigured the statue with spray paint.