weal

/wiːl/

Definitions

1. noun

A scar or mark left on the skin, especially one that has healed.

“The child’s weal from the bee sting took weeks to fade.”

2. noun

A beneficial or advantageous situation, especially one that is not obvious.

“The company’s weal from investing in renewable energy will be seen in the long run.”

3. verb

To cause a wound or injury to become inflamed or infected, usually by scratching or rubbing it.

“If you don’t clean the cut, it will weal and become infected.”

Synonyms

  • advantage
  • blemish
  • blessing
  • mark
  • scar

Antonyms

  • disadvantage
  • harm
  • injury