sunburnt Meaning & Definition
What Does Sunburnt Mean?
Sunburnt is used as an adjective meaning Having a sunburn or dark tan; having been burned by the sun's rays. It is also used to mean Dried out by the sun's rays. As a verb, it means simple past and past participle of sunburn.
Sunburnt at a Glance
| Part of speech | adjective, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈsʌn.bɝnt/ |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Synonyms | unhealthy and sunburned |
| Comparative / superlative | more sunburnt, most sunburnt |
Sunburnt Definition (Adjective)
- Having a sunburn or dark tan; having been burned by the sun's rays.
- Dried out by the sun's rays.
- Subject to the strong heat and/or light of the sun.
- Resembling a sunburn in color.
The van was painted a sunburnt brown.
Sunburnt as a Verb
- simple past and past participle of sunburn
Adjective
- (of human skin) Having a sunburn or dark tan; having been burned by the sun's rays.
- (of plants and other objects) Dried by the sun's rays.
- (of places or objects) Subject to the strong heat and/or light of the sun.
Synonyms of Sunburnt
Sunburnt synonyms and antonyms →Sunburnt in a Sentence
The van was painted a sunburnt brown.
Word Forms & Grammar
sunburnt (comparative more sunburnt, superlative most sunburnt)
sunburnt
Words That Rhyme With Sunburnt
Origin of Sunburnt
From Middle English sunne brente, equivalent to sun + burnt.
Pronouncing Sunburnt
Sunburnt is pronounced /ˈsʌn.bɝnt/ and has 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (sʌn).
Frequently Asked Questions About Sunburnt
Is sunburnt an adjective or a verb?
Sunburnt is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for sunburnt?
You can replace sunburnt with words such as unhealthy and sunburned. See the full list of sunburnt synonyms and antonyms.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of sunburnt?
The comparative form is more sunburnt and the superlative form is most sunburnt.