Refine this word faster

Stronger alternatives Opposite tone Use in context Cross-language nuance

Stigmat

//ˈstɪɡmæt// noun

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Anglicised form of stigma Anglicised, alt-of
  2. 2
    A stigmatic lens or combination of lenses.

Etymology

Etymology 1

An adaptation of the long stem (stigmat-, στιγματ- (stigmat-)) of the Latin stigma and the Ancient Greek στίγμα (stígma). Compare stigmatal, stigmate, stigmatypy, and stigme.

Etymology 2

Probably a back-formation from stigmatic. Compare anastigmat.

See also for "stigmat"

Synonyms Antonyms Rhymes Sentences Translate Word Type Pronunciation Word Forms

Next best steps

Find stronger synonymsSee usage examplesCheck pronunciation

Mini challenge

Unscramble this word: stigmat