scarifies

The word “scarifies” has 3 syllables: scar-i-fies

It's pronounced as /ˈskɛr.ə.faɪz/

What is synonym and antonym for scarifies?

In the thesaurus, “scarifies” has 45 synonyms and 12 antonyms.

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Synonyms for scarifies

Antonyms for scarifies

assures
cheers
comforts
consoles
emboldens
encourages
heartens
inspires
reassures
solaces
soothes
steels

Meanings of scarifies

verb
1. To remove thatch (build-up of organic matter on the soil) from a lawn, to dethatch.
2. To make scratches or cuts on.
3. To harrow the feelings.
4. To scar.
5. Denude, or lay waste to.

Example Sentences

The machine scarifies the surface to prepare it for resealing.
He scarifies the lawn every spring to promote healthy grass growth.
The ritual scarifies the initiate's skin as a symbol of bravery.
She scarifies the old paint layer before applying a new coat.
The botanist scarifies the seeds to speed up germination.

On this page you'll find 57 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to scarifies, such as: affrights, alarms, alarums, amazes, appalls, appals, assures.

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