Synonyms for

Acne

Verb / ˈækni: / Another word for acne — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a skin condition that causes pimples or blackheads on the face and body

Synonyms & similar words

pimples zits blackheads blemishes spots pustules breakouts rashes papules whiteheads lesions comedomes cysts folliculitis seborrhea dermatitis eczema

Synonyms by register

Formal

acne vulgaris comedones papules pustules

Informal

pimples zits spots breakouts

Common collocations

  • severe acne
  • adult acne
  • cystic acne
  • acne treatment
  • acne medication
  • acne scars
  • acne prone skin

Word family

noun acne
adjective acneic

Usage note

Acne is a medical term for a common skin condition. While 'pimples' and 'zits' are informal synonyms, 'acne vulgaris' is the formal medical classification.

Example sentences

  1. 1. I have been using a special cream to treat my acne.
  2. 2. My sister has severe acne and she is seeing a dermatologist.
  3. 3. Acne can be caused by hormones or genetics.
  4. 4. Some people use makeup to cover their acne.
  5. 5. Eating a healthy diet can help prevent acne.

Quotes

  • 1. 'I think acne is beautiful.' - Diane Lane
  • 2. 'I'm a little bit of a hypochondriac. I'm not going to go get a facelift or Botox or anything like that. I'll get a pimple and be like, 'Oh, no!' - Drew Barrymore
  • 3. 'I had terrible acne in high school. It was all over my face, but I was still out there auditioning. I had to go on this medication for about six months to make it go away, but I was still going on auditions while I was on it.' - Emma Stone

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