Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

searing

adjective
/ˈsɪə.ər.ɪŋ/
Definition
Extremely hot or intense; capable of burning.
Examples
  • The searing heat of the desert sun was unbearable.
  • She felt a searing pain in her ankle after twisting it on the trail.
Meaning
The term searing often describes something that is very hot to the touch or emotionally intense.
Synonyms
  • Scorching
  • Blazing
  • Burning
  • Sweltering
  • Intense