cauterize vs scorch

cauterize is not a noun while scorch is a noun.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
cauterize	No	No	Yes	No
scorch	Yes	No	Yes	No

cauterize (noun)	scorch (noun)
	a discoloration caused by heat
	a surface burn
	a plant disease that produces a browning or scorched appearance of plant tissues

cauterize (verb)	scorch (verb)
burn, sear, or freeze (tissue) using a hot iron or electric current or a caustic agent	burn slightly and superficially so as to affect color
make insensitive or callous; deaden feelings or morals	make very hot and dry
	become scorched or singed under intense heat or dry conditions
	destroy completely by or as if by fire
	become superficially burned
	subject to harsh criticism