Which of the following words is closest in meaning to “Blemish”?

Blemish means a defect or flaw.

• Correct answer - defect: it has the same meaning as Blemish.
• gloat: to exult over another's misfortune - wrong, it does not mean the same as Blemish.
• visible: able to be seen - wrong, it does not mean the same as Blemish.
• brusque: abrupt in manner - wrong, it does not mean the same as Blemish.