scalding | ||
1. | [ adjective ] marked by harshly abusive criticism | |
Synonyms: | scathing blistering vituperative | |
Examples: | "his scathing remarks about silly lady novelists" "her vituperative railing" |
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Related terms: | critical | |
2. | [ adjective ] hot enough to boil | |
Synonyms: | boiling | |
Examples: | "boiling water" |
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Related terms: | hot | |
Similar spelling: |
scolding scald scold schleiden Schildgen Schuld Schild scaled Schuldt Schlitz Schildt scheldt Schield |