Deforme (en. Misshapen)
/deˈfoɾ.me/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
Refers to something that has lost its original shape or is abnormal in its form.
The sculpture was deformed due to an error in technique.
La escultura estaba deforme debido a un error en la técnica.
Used to describe someone who has a physical anomaly.
The doctor told him that his condition made him look deformed.
El médico le dijo que su condición lo hacía parecer deforme.
In a figurative sense, it refers to something that has been negatively altered.
His perception of reality became deformed after so many negative experiences.
Su visión de la realidad se volvió deforme tras tantas experiencias negativas.
Etymology
From Latin 'deformis', which means 'shapeless' or 'ugly'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
deformed to the eye
That which is unpleasant or unsettling to the eye.
deforme a la vista
deformed in the dream
A reference to things that appear strange or different in dreams.
deforme en el sueño
Related Words
deformation
Alteration of the shape of something.
deformación
to deform
To make something lose its original shape.
deformar
Slang Meanings
Refers to something very ugly or strange.
That car is so deformed that it looks like it's from another planet.
Ese coche está tan deforme que parece de otro planeta.
Used to describe someone who does not conform to social standards of appearance.
That person is deformed in their style, but it suits them well.
Esa persona es deforme en su estilo, pero le queda bien.