sunburn
4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for sunburn, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Red, sore skin caused by too much time in the sun.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use sunburn
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old English sunbryne, a compound of sun and burn, found in similar forms across many Germanic languages.
Full origin of sunburn →Frequently asked questions
What does “sunburn” mean?
The word “sunburn” means red, sore skin caused by too much time in the sun. In plain terms, a burn to the skin from too much sun exposure.
How do you pronounce “sunburn”?
“Sunburn” is pronounced SUHN-burn (/ˈsʌnˌbɜɹn/ in IPA).
How do you use “sunburn” in a sentence?
Here is “sunburn” used in a sentence: “His shoulders were covered in painful sunburn after the hike.”
What part of speech is “sunburn”?
Depending on how it is used, “sunburn” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “sunburn” come from?
The word “sunburn” comes from Old English. From Old English sunbryne, a compound of sun and burn, found in similar forms across many Germanic languages.
How many meanings does “sunburn” have?
“Sunburn” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: red, sore skin caused by too much time in the sun.