Scouring Synonyms and Antonyms

Search thoroughly
(Verb)
Synonyms:
  1. inquiring
  2. rummaging
  3. ransacking
  4. foraging
  5. combing
  6. seeking
Antonyms:
  1. overlooking
  2. ignoring
To remove (an outer layer or adherent matter) by rubbing a surface with considerable pressure
(Verb)
Synonyms:
  1. scrubbing
  2. scraping
Rub hard or scrub
(Verb)
Synonyms:
  1. abrading
The act of cleaning a surface by rubbing it with a brush and soap and water
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. scrub
  2. scrubbing

Words Related to Scouring

Related words are words that are directly connected to each other through their meaning, even if they are not synonyms or antonyms. This connection may be general or specific, or the words may appear frequently together.

Scouring Sentence Examples

  • Sirian is scouring the forest for you!

  • Martha and Betsy chatted constantly over decorating ideas and their new hobby, scouring the area for antiques.

  • He paused and brushed wet hair from her face with one hand, scouring her features.

  • The action of the continental glacier in scouring down the passes between the St Lawrence and southern drainage, and in turning streams southward, has facilitated the building of railways across the divides.

  • Alex glanced at Carmen, his gaze scouring her face.

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