Meaning & Definition of word "Burnt"

Burnt

/bɜːrnt/

1. past participle of burn; to have been consumed by fire.
- Example: The letters were burnt in the fire.
2. to have suffered damage from heat or fire.
- Example: Her skin was burnt after lying in the sun for too long.

1. having been burned or charred.
- Example: The burnt toast was inedible.
2. having a blackened or charred appearance.
- Example: He looked at the burnt remains of the once magnificent house.
3. treated by fire to improve quality or flavor.
- Example: They served a delicious dish with burnt edges that added a smoky flavor.

The past participle of 'burn', derived from Old English 'bernan'.

burnt out:

Exhausted or depleted, particularly from work or stress.

burnt offering:

A sacrifice completely consumed by fire, historically in religious contexts.

burnt bridges:

To destroy a relationship or opportunity that cannot be repaired.

burn:

To consume or be consumed by fire.

burning:

The act of burning or consuming with fire.

Meaning: To be excessively high on drugs.

Example Sentence: After that party, she was totally burnt.

Meaning: To lose confidence or reputation.

Example Sentence: He got burnt after that scandal.