Depigmentation (Noun)
Meaning
Absence or loss of pigmentation (or less than normal pigmentation) in the skin or hair.
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- The patient's skin condition caused depigmentation in patches, leaving her with uneven skin tone.
- Vitiligo is a chronic condition that results in depigmentation of the skin, often causing white patches to appear.
- The model's hair showed signs of depigmentation, with streaks of gray visible among her otherwise dark locks.
- The disease caused depigmentation of the skin, leading to a loss of melanin and a pale, washed-out appearance.
- The medication's side effect was depigmentation of the skin, which was a major concern for the patient who was already self-conscious about her appearance.