GRE Word List
SCORCH
to burn a surface of so as to change its color and texture
The meaning of the word scorch is to burn a surface of so as to change its color and texture.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| renege | to go back on a promise or commitment |
| anonymity | the quality or state of being anonymous |
| hatch | a small door or opening (as in an airplane or spaceship) |
| notable | worthy of note : remarkable |
| capsize | to cause to overturn |
| swathe | a band used in swathing |
| seemly | good-looking |
| legato | in a manner that is smooth and connected (as between successive tones) |
| stupefy | to make stupid, groggy, or insensible |
| opaque | blocking the passage of radiant energy and especially light : exhibiting opacity (see opacity |