scarify
The word “scarify” has 3 syllables: scar-i-fy
It's pronounced as /ˈskɛr.ə.faɪ/
What is synonym and antonym for scarify?
In the thesaurus, “scarify” has 45 synonyms and 12 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for scarify along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for scarify
- affright
- alarm
- alarum
- amaze
- appal
- appall
- astound
- awe
- bowl over
- chill
- daunt
- demoralize
- discomfort
- discompose
- disconcert
- dismay
- dispirit
- disquiet
- distract
- distress
- disturb
- emasculate
- floor
- fright
- frighten
- give one the creeps
- horrify
- jolt
- panic
- perturb
- scare
- shake
- shake up
- shock
- spook
- startle
- terrify
- terrorize
- undo
- unman
- unnerve
- unsettle
- unstring
- upset
- worry
Antonyms for scarify
- assure
- cheer
- comfort
- console
- embolden
- encourage
- hearten
- inspire
- reassure
- solace
- soothe
- steel
Meanings of scarify
- verb
- To remove thatch (build-up of organic matter on the soil) from a lawn, to dethatch.
- To make scratches or cuts on.
- To harrow the feelings.
- To scar.
- Denude, or lay waste to.
Example Sentences
- You need to scarify the soil before planting new grass.
- Farmers often scarify seeds to help them germinate more quickly.
- The technician will scarify the pavement to improve traction.
- Some ancient cultures would scarify their bodies as a form of art or identity.
- Before applying the adhesive, make sure to scarify the concrete surface.
On this page you'll find 57 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to scarify, such as: affright, alarm, alarum, amaze, appal, appall, assure.
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scare
- affright
- agitation
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- amaze
- anxiety
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- appall
- apprehension
- astound
- awe
- bowl over
- chill
- concern
- consternation
- cowardice
- creeps
- daunt
- demoralize
- discomfort
- discompose
- discomposure
- disconcert
- dismay
- dispirit
- disquiet
- distract
- distress
- disturb
- dread
- emasculate
- faintheartedness
- fear
- fearfulness
- floor
- fright
- frighten
- funk
- give one the creeps
- horrify
- horror
- jitters
- jolt
- nervousness
- pang
- panic
- perturb
- perturbation
- phobia
- qualm
- scarify
- shake
- shake up
- shock
- spook
- startle
- terrify
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- terrorize
- timidity
- timorousness
- trepidation
- twinge
- undo
- unman
- unnerve
- unsettle
- unstring
- upset
- willies
- worry