adj
scorched
Scorched (adj) means Burned or dried out by intense heat or fire. Example: “The wildfire left miles of scorched countryside behind it.”
adj
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Burned or dried out by intense heat or fire.
"The wildfire left miles of scorched countryside behind it."
How to use scorched
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes something that's been burned or dried up by heat.
Common pairings
scorched earth
scorched grass
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more scorched
- Superlative
- most scorched
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The wildfire left miles of _____ countryside behind it.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “scorched” mean?
The word “scorched” means burned or dried out by intense heat or fire. In plain terms, describes something that's been burned or dried up by heat.
How do you use “scorched” in a sentence?
Here is “scorched” used in a sentence: “The wildfire left miles of scorched countryside behind it.”
What part of speech is “scorched”?
“Scorched” is an adjective.
What is the meaning of scorched?
"scorched" (adj) means burned or dried out by intense heat or fire.
