What does peppered mean?
Having small spots or patches of color, especially black, scattered over a surface, or having a speckled appearance. Used to describe something that has been affected by something else, such as pollution or disease.
Example
"The peppered moth's dark coloration allowed it to blend in with the soot-covered trees in industrial areas."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.