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scarring

The word “scarring” has 2 syllables: scar-ring

It's pronounced as /ˈskɑr.ɪŋ/

What is synonym and antonym for scarring?

In the thesaurus, “scarring” has 39 synonyms and 5 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for scarring along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for scarring

Antonyms for scarring

  • curing
  • fixing
  • healing
  • mending
  • remedying

Meanings of scarring

  • verb
    1. To mark the skin permanently.
    2. To form a scar.
    3. To affect deeply in a traumatic manner.
  • noun
    1. A scar; a mark.

Example Sentences

  • The deep cut is slowly healing but may cause scarring.
  • Emotional trauma can lead to long-term scarring.
  • Laser treatment helped reduce the scarring on her skin.
  • Severe acne often results in permanent scarring.
  • The fire left behind visible scarring on the building’s facade.

On this page you'll find 44 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to scarring, such as: abusing, afflicting, aggrieving, battering, blemishing, bloodying, blowing out.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

Related Words

damaging

uglifying

  • blemishing
  • defacing
  • disfiguring
  • marring
  • scarring
  • spoiling

laming

maiming

kneecapping

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