SEARED Synonyms: 92 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

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as in burnt

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seared

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verb

past tense of sear

as in charred

to burn on the surface lightly sear the steaks, but don't cook them all the way through

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as in dried

to make dry the clear desert air is seared by the summer sun

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There are notes of root beer, Cherry Coke, grape Jolly Rancher (weird nostalgic soda/candy theme happening here), and charred oak on the palate, and at 120 proof there’s some heat but not enough to necessarily require adding water.

Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 23 Dec. 2024
Toasting the barrels caramelizes some of the sugars that naturally occur in the wood, and as the bourbon ages, imparts more flavor and color than barrels that have simply been charred.

Sam Stone, Bon Appétit, 17 Dec. 2024

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