Scorchingly: meaning, definitions and examples
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scorchingly
[ ˈskɔːrʧɪŋli ]
intense heat
Scorchingly describes something done in an extremely hot manner or something that is very intense. It is often used to refer to high temperatures that can cause burning or significant discomfort.
Synonyms
blazingly, burningly, swelteringly
Examples of usage
- The sun beat down scorchingly on the sandy beach.
- She took a scorchingly hot sip of her coffee.
- The weather forecast predicted scorchingly high temperatures all week.
- He delivered a scorchingly critical review of the movie.
Translations
Translations of the word "scorchingly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 ardentemente
🇮🇳 जलती हुई
🇩🇪 brennend
🇮🇩 terik
🇺🇦 палюче
🇵🇱 paląco
🇯🇵 焼けるように
🇫🇷 brûlant
🇪🇸 abrasador
🇹🇷 kavurucu
🇰🇷 타는 듯한
🇸🇦 ملتهب
🇨🇿 pálicí
🇸🇰 páliaco
🇨🇳 炙热的
🇸🇮 paleče
🇮🇸 brennandi
🇰🇿 жанғыш
🇬🇪 წვის მსგავსად
🇦🇿 yandırıcı
🇲🇽 abrasador
Etymology
The adverb 'scorchingly' derives from the verb 'scorch', which has its origins in the late Middle English 'scorchen', meaning to burn slightly or to char. This word itself likely comes from the Old French 'escorcher' meaning to skin, which is a scene reminiscent of burning the outer layer of something, hence relating to high heat. Over the centuries, 'scorch' evolved to take on meanings associated with intense heat, particularly those that cause damage or discomfort. The suffix '-ly' is added to create the adverbial form, indicating the manner in which something is done, thus 'scorchingly' conveys an action done in a fiercely hot or intense way. The concept of 'scorching' is often tied not just to temperature but also to strong emotions, as evidenced by phrases describing criticism or commentary that is 'scorchingly honest'.