Definitions
There are 9 meanings of the word
Scorch.
How to pronounce scorch:
US
Scorch - as a noun
A plant disease that produces a browning or scorched appearance of plant tissues
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
plant diseaseHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A discoloration caused by heat
Scorch - as a verb
Subject to harsh criticism
Example: "The senator blistered the administration in his speech on friday"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blister9scald8whip12Make very hot and dry
Example: "The heat scorched the countryside"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sear4Hypernyms (Closely Related)
heat7heat upHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Become superficially burned
Example: "My eyebrows singed when i bent over the flames"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sear4singe6Destroy completely by or as if by fire
Example: "The wildfire scorched the forest and several homes"
Burn slightly and superficially so as to affect color
Example: "The cook blackened the chicken breast"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blacken15char9sear4Hypernyms (Closely Related)
burn6Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Become scorched or singed under intense heat or dry conditions
Example: "The exposed tree scorched in the hot sun"
Example Sentences
"The sun will scorch the grass if it doesn't rain soon."
"Please be careful not to scorch the fabric while ironing."
"The hot frying pan scorched the bottom of the pancakes."
"The forest fire has completely scorched the landscape."
"The intense heat of the desert can scorch your skin quickly."
Word Game Points
Is SCORCH a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, scorch is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SCORCH has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is SCORCH a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, scorch is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSCORCH has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is SCORCH a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, scorch is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSCORCH has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
