remorate

/riˈmɒrɪteɪt, -ˈmɔːreɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to make or become discolored, especially to become brown or yellow, typically due to oxidation or exposure to light

“The ironware began to remorate after being left outside overnight.”

2. verb

to cause to become discolored

“The chemicals used to remorate the old painting have caused it to become increasingly valuable.”

3. verb

to undergo a process of becoming discolored

“The leaves began to remorate as they fell from the trees.”

Synonyms

  • discolor
  • fading
  • oxidize

Antonyms

  • rejuvenate
  • renew