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dry vs scorch

scorch vs dry

dry and scorch both are nouns.

dry is an adjective but scorch is not an adjective.

dry and scorch both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
dry Yes Yes Yes No
scorch Yes No Yes No
As verbs, scorch is a hyponym of dry; that is, scorch is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than dry:
  • dry: become dry or drier
  • scorch: become scorched or singed under intense heat or dry conditions
Other hyponyms of dry include dry out, run dry.
dry (noun) scorch (noun)
a reformer who opposes the use of intoxicating beverages a discoloration caused by heat
a surface burn
a plant disease that produces a browning or scorched appearance of plant tissues
dry (adjective) scorch (adjective)
free from liquid or moisture; lacking natural or normal moisture or depleted of water; or no longer wet
not producing milk
(of liquor) having a low residual sugar content because of decomposition of sugar during fermentation
opposed to or prohibiting the production and sale of alcoholic beverages
lacking moisture or volatile components
without a mucous or watery discharge
having a large proportion of strong liquor
humorously sarcastic or mocking
practicing complete abstinence from alcoholic beverages
used of solid substances in contrast with liquid ones
not shedding tears
lacking warmth or emotional involvement
unproductive especially of the expected results
lacking interest or stimulation; dull and lifeless
(of food) eaten without a spread or sauce or other garnish
having no adornment or coloration
dry (verb) scorch (verb)
become dry or drier burn slightly and superficially so as to affect color
remove the moisture from and make dry 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
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