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deform

/dɪˈfɔːm/

verb

Meaning

  • To change the form of, usually negatively; to give (something) an unusual or abnormal shape.

  • To change the looks of, usually negatively; to give something an unusual or abnormal appearance.

    "a face deformed by bitterness"

  • To mar the character of.

    "a marriage deformed by jealousy"

  • To alter the shape of by stress.

  • To become misshapen or changed in shape.

Synonyms

contort,
distort,
disfigure

adjective

Meaning

  • Having an unusual and unattractive shape.

Synonyms

deformed,
disfigured,
misshapen