Synonyms for

Bleaching

Verb / ˈbli:tʃɪŋ / Another word for bleaching — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The process of removing color or stains from something or making something whiter.

Synonyms & similar words

discolourise bleachout decolor decolourise discolorise decolorise decolorize bleach decolourize discolorize decolour whitening decolorizing decoloration fade lighten pale whiten blanch clean clear purify sanitize sterilize brighten

Example sentences

  1. She used bleach to remove the stain from her shirt.
  2. The dentist bleached my teeth to make them whiter.
  3. The sun bleached the color from the curtains.
  4. The bleaching of coral reefs is a major environmental concern.
  5. She is bleaching her hair for the summer.

Quotes

  • The bleaching of the sky was a sign that a storm was coming.
  • The bleaching of the bones in the sun made them look like they had been there for years.
  • The bleaching of the sand in the desert made it look like a never-ending sea.

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