Burned Definition

burned
adjective
  1. treated by heating to a high temperature but below the melting or fusing point; "burnt sienna"
  2. destroyed or badly damaged by fire; "a row of burned houses"; "a charred bit of burnt wood"; "a burned-over site in the forest"; "barricaded the street with burnt-out cars"
  3. ruined by overcooking; "she served us underdone bacon and burnt biscuits"

"Burned" in song lyrics

See how burned is used in real songs:

  • "crimson maroon the edge is all burned"
    2Mex — Falcon Gentle
  • "Stick out my chest to be a kid and get burned"
    3rd Bass — Product of the Environment
  • "Never say it to our face cause they know they'll get burned"
    7A3 — 7A3 Will Rock You

Usage tips for "burned"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "burned" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for burned to find words that pair well.

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