Synonyms for

Scoured

Verb / ˈskaʊɜ:d / Another word for scoured — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of cleaning or scrubbing something thoroughly.

Synonyms & similar words

scrub abrade scour eroded flush purge cleaned scrubbed polished washed cleansed mopped swept brushed rinsed purified sanitized sterilized decontaminated cleared tidied purged purged disinfected bleached degreased

Example sentences

  1. I scoured the dirty dishes until they were sparkling clean.
  2. She scoured the floor to remove all the stains.
  3. The detective scoured the crime scene for evidence.
  4. He scoured the internet for information on dinosaurs.
  5. We scoured the store to find the perfect gift.

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  • Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.
  • Believe you can and you're halfway there.
  • The only way to do great work is to love what you do.

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