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Blackened

Verb / ˈblækʌnd / Another word for blackened — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The word 'blackened' means to make or become black or darker, especially through the effects of heat or fire.

Synonyms & similar words

sear char blacken nigrify melanise scorch whiten black melanize charred scorched burned darkened ebonized sooty singed smudged stained tarnished grimed besmirched blotted discolored smoky dusky sable inky coal-black jet-black

Example sentences

  1. The fire blackened the wood, leaving it charred and smoky.
  2. The sun blackened her skin after spending hours at the beach.
  3. The chef blackened the steak to perfection.
  4. The blackened clouds signaled an incoming thunderstorm.
  5. The artist used a blackened brush to create shadows in the painting.

Quotes

  • The blackened sky was a testament to the power of the storm.
  • Sometimes, the blackened path leads to the brightest future.
  • In the darkness, stars shine even brighter against the blackened canvas.

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