SPLOTCHY Synonyms: 35 Similar and Opposite Words

splotchy

adjective

Definition of splotchy

as in dotted

marked with spots a country road splotchy with patches of snow

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Recent Examples of splotchy The background appears splotchy and overexposed, but to my dismay, the selfie camera did not miss my messy eyebrows or the minor imperfections on my skin. — Kimberly Gedeon, PC Magazine, 2 June 2026 The paint is splotchy in places and the photographs are pinned delicately to a dark surface, their edges curling, giving the overall installation a textured materiality. — Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026 Measles is often characterized by a splotchy red rash that often starts on the scalp and travels down the person’s body. — Erika Edwards, NBC news, 16 Jan. 2026

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Adjective

The duo worked with curves, sequins and dotted effects to suggest light on water, and drew on Impressionist color contrasts.

— Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026
Visual cues are both stripped down and strangely compelling, like the dotted line that runs from Nancy’s eyes to indicate her gaze.

— Air Mail, Air Mail, 3 Oct. 2026

Definition of dotted

Adjective

There is a wall with removable dashboard panels across the color spectrum and a couple of miniature models of the cab with tiny, colored panels to help customers decide on the details.

— Eric Bangeman, ArsTechnica, 20 Oct. 2026
Finance Buzz named Dollar Tree’s solid colored plastic partyware as one of its best dupes for more expensive items.

— Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Oct. 2026

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