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Meaning of torched
The primary meaning of the word "torched" is to set something on fire, often intentionally or with destructive intent.
Etymology of torched
The word "torched" originates from the Old French word "torche," meaning a torch or a stick with a flame on the end
The term is derived from the Latin word "torquere," meaning to twist, possibly referring to the twisting or turning of a flame
Historically, the word "torched" has been used since the 15th century to describe the act of setting something on fire, often with a torch or flame
Synonyms
burned
scorched
charred
incinerated
ignited
flamed
blazed
fired
kindled
lit
smoldered
simmered
glowing
heated
inflamed
set ablaze
aflame
ignited
conflagrated
combusted
exploded
blasted
seared
singed
blackened
crisped
toasted
roasted
broiled
grilled
fried
boiled
steamed
smoked
heated
warmed
thawed
melted
Definitions
- To set something on fire, typically with a flame or blaze
- * To deliberately destroy or damage something by setting it on fire
- * In a figurative sense, to utterly defeat or destroy someone or something
Usage Examples
- The rioters torched the building, leaving it in ruins
- * The athlete's career was torched by a series of injuries and scandals
- * The city was torched by the invading army, leaving its inhabitants homeless
Antonyms
extinguished
doused
quenched
smothered
stifled
suppressed
put out
turned off
halted
stopped
ceased
terminated
ended
finished
completed
preserved
protected
saved
rescued
restored
repaired
rebuilt
rejuvenated
renewed
revived