noun
- small inflamed spots on the skin, especially on the face; pimples
Usage: informal
Examples
- The teenager was embarrassed about the zits on his forehead.
- She used a special face wash to help clear up her zits.
- Before the school dance, he worried about the zits that had appeared overnight.
- The dermatologist recommended a cream to treat stubborn zits.
- Stress can sometimes cause more zits to break out.
- He avoided touching his face to prevent spreading bacteria that could cause zits.