Sear and Soak

Opposite meaning words

Sear verb - To make dry.

Usage example: the clear desert air is seared by the summer sun

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Soak is an antonym for sear.

Nearby Words: searing, seared

Soak verb - To wet thoroughly with liquid.

Usage example: we ran for home as soon as the rain started, but our clothes still ended up soaked

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Sear is an antonym for soak.

Nearby Words: soaked, soaking, soaker

sear skin

soak skin

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