depigment

/dɪˈpɪɡmənt/

Definitions

1. noun

The process or result of removing or reducing pigmentation, especially in the skin, hair, or eyes.

“The depigmenting cream helped to even out her skin tone.”

2. verb

To remove or reduce pigmentation, especially in the skin, hair, or eyes.

“The medication was used to depigment the freckles on her face.”

Synonyms

  • bleach
  • depigmentate

Antonyms

  • hyperpigment
  • pigment