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singe Synonyms

Another word for singe

Choosing another word for singe depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To burn something superficially or lightly, especially at the edges or ends.

Usage Example

"He leaned too close to the campfire and accidentally singed his eyebrows."

Strongest
scorch
Strong
sear
char
burn
Weak
parch

• noun (Context 2)

A superficial or slight burn on the surface or edges of something.

Usage Example

"The hot iron left a brown scorch on the collar of his white cotton shirt."

Strongest
scorch
Strong
sear
burn
char

• verb (Context 3)

To pass a plucked bird or animal carcass briefly over a flame to burn off remaining bristles, down, or feathers.

Usage Example

"Before roasting the duck, the chef singed the skin over a gas burner to remove any fine pinfeathers."

Strong
scorch
sear

• Nearby Words

sing
singable
singalong
singe
singer
singfest
single

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Singe. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/singe
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