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burn vs sunburn

sunburn vs burn

burn and sunburn both are nouns.

burn and sunburn both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
burn Yes No Yes No
sunburn Yes No Yes No
As verbs, burn and sunburn are synonyms defined as:
  • burn and sunburn: get a sunburn by overexposure to the sun
burn (noun) sunburn (noun)
damage inflicted by fire redness of the skin caused by exposure to the rays of the sun
a place or area that has been burned (especially on a person's body)
pain that feels hot as if it were on fire
an injury caused by exposure to heat or chemicals or radiation
burn (verb) sunburn (verb)
get a sunburn by overexposure to the sun get a sunburn by overexposure to the sun
undergo combustion
cause to undergo combustion
destroy by fire
damage by burning with heat, fire, or radiation
burn, sear, or freeze (tissue) using a hot iron or electric current or a caustic agent
use up (energy)
create by duplicating data
feel strong emotion, especially anger or passion
cause a sharp or stinging pain or discomfort
feel hot or painful
spend (significant amounts of money)
execute by tying to a stake and setting alight
shine intensely, as if with heat
cause to burn or combust
Difference between burn and sunburn

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