Scorching

/ˈskɔːr.tʃɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The act of burning or being burned.

The scorching from the fire left marks on the walls.

adjective

Very hot; burning.

The scorching sun made it impossible to stay outside for too long.

Causing severe burns or damage through heat.

The scorching flames rapidly engulfed the wooden structure.

Critically harsh; scathing.

The author's scorching criticism of the policy stirred up controversy.

From Middle English 'scorch,' meaning to burn slightly.

scorching heat

extremely high temperatures.

scorching remarks

very critical or harsh comments.

scorching pace

a very quick or intense speed.

scorch

to burn the surface of something.

scorcher

a very hot day.

Cool or impressive.

That new car is scorching!

Intense or extreme.

The party last night was scorching!