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• noun (Context 1)
The grayish-white to black powdery substance left after a combustible material has been completely burned.
Usage Example
"The volcano erupted, blanketing the surrounding villages in a thick layer of cinder."
Strong
cinder
soot
Weak
residue
• noun (Context 2)
The cremated remains of a human body (usually used in the plural).
Usage Example
"Following her wishes, they scattered her ashes over the ocean at sunrise."
Strongest
remains
• verb (Context 3)
To flick, tap, or drop the powdery residue from a burning cigarette, cigar, or similar item.
Usage Example
"He stepped out onto the balcony to flick his cigarette before coming back inside."
Weak
flick
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Ash. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 11, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/ash