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scoured

The word “scoured” has 1 syllable: scoured

It's pronounced as /ˈskaʊɚd/

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In the thesaurus, “scoured” has 68 synonyms and 10 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for scoured

Antonyms for scoured

Meanings of scoured

  • verb
    1. To clean, polish, or wash something by rubbing and scrubbing it vigorously, frequently with an abrasive or cleaning agent.
    2. To remove debris and dirt by purging; to sweep along or off (by a current of water).
    3. To clear the digestive tract by administering medication that induces defecation or vomiting; to purge.
    4. To (cause livestock to) suffer from diarrhoea or dysentery.
    5. To cleanse (without rubbing).
    6. To search an area thoroughly.
    7. To run with speed; to scurry.
    8. To move swiftly over; to brush along.

Example Sentences

  • She scoured the kitchen until every surface sparkled.
  • They scoured the woods looking for the lost hiker.
  • He scoured the files for any useful information.
  • The police scoured the area for clues.
  • I scoured the shelves but couldn’t find the book I wanted.

On this page you'll find 78 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to scoured, such as: abandoned, ascertained, audited, browsed, brushed, buffed, burnished.

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