Word BURN: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

burn

🇺🇸 [bɜːrn]

Meanings

To produce flames or heat as a result of combustion or chemical reaction. Burning can also refer to the injury caused by heat or fire.

Examples

• She accidentally burned her hand while cooking.
• The campfire began to burn brightly as the night fell.
• The paper burned quickly in the flame.

Synonyms

scorch • ignite • incinerate

Antonyms

extinguish • cool • douse