DEFORMITY Synonyms: 38 Similar and Opposite Words

deformity

noun

di-ˈfȯr-mə-tē

Definition of deformity

as in defect

something that spoils the appearance or completeness of a thing a primitive culture that cast aside infants born with deformities, allowing them to die of exposure to the elements

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Recent Examples of deformity Deformitas Christi te format—the deformity of Christ forms you. — Jia Tolentino, New Yorker, 11 July 2026 Beyond brain tumors, other advances across neuroscience, like corrective spine surgery, have allowed doctors to restore posture and mobility in patients with severe spinal deformities. — Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 2 July 2026 Ingrown Toenails Can Form Long-term pressure from too-tight shoes, poor nail trimming, or other deformities in toe or foot can cause an ingrown toenail. — Mark Gurarie, Health, 19 June 2026 Signs of scoliosis Early detection is important and can help prevent progression of spinal deformity and reduce the need for surgery. — Oc Register, 10 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for deformity

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Because automation was tied to worker empowerment rather than displacement, factory workers actively partnered with engineers to optimize the robots, resulting in defect rates lower than those of their American competitors.

— Jason Dressel, Fortune, 10 Aug. 2026
The company’s engineering team found that the defect was tied to a design weakness.

— Saleen Martin, USA Today, 10 Aug. 2026

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