blistering

• Beschreibt etwas, das extrem intensiv, schnell oder scharf ist, zum Beispiel Hitze, Geschwindigkeit oder Kritik. Bezieht sich auch auf die Bildung von Blasen auf der Haut.

Describes something extremely intense, fast, or harsh, such as heat, speed, or criticism.

1. Harsh or corrosive in toneC1formal

   Expressing strong criticism or disapproval in a very severe or angry manner.

   Beißend

   • The critic wrote a blistering review of the new play.
   • He delivered a blistering attack on the government's policies.
   • Her blistering comments left the audience stunned.

   Synonymeacerbiccausticmordantsavagescathingsearingvirulentvitriolicwithering

   Antonymecomplimentarygentlekindmild

2. Hot enough to raise blistersB2formal

   Extremely hot, to the point of causing blisters on the skin.

   Brennend heiß

   • The blistering sun made it impossible to stay outside for long.
   • They walked across the blistering desert sand.
   • The metal surface was blistering to the touch.

   Synonymebakingblazingbroilingburningroastingscorchingsearingsizzlingswelteringtorrid

   Antonymearcticfreezingfrigidicy

3. Very fast; capable of quick response and great speedB2informal

   Extremely fast or rapid, often used to describe speed or performance.

   Rasend schnell

   • The runner set a blistering pace from the start.
   • The car accelerated at a blistering speed.
   • He completed the work in blistering time.

   Synonymebreakneckfastlightningmeteoricquickrapidspeedyswiftwhirlwind

   Antonymeleisurelyslowsluggishunhurried

• Substantiv, das die Bildung kleiner, mit Flüssigkeit gefüllter Bläschen in oder unter der Haut bezeichnet, oft durch Reibung, Verbrennungen oder bestimmte Krankheiten verursacht; auch das Abblättern oder Aufbrechen von Oberflächen, z. B. von Farbe.

A noun referring to the formation of small fluid-filled sacs (vesicles) in or beneath the skin, often caused by friction, burns, or certain medical conditions.

unzählbar

1. Formation of blistersB2formalmedical

   The process or result of forming vesicles or blisters in or beneath the skin, typically due to friction, burns, or medical conditions.

   Blasenbildung

   • The blistering on his feet was caused by the long hike.
   • The doctor examined the blistering on the patient's arm.
   • Severe sunburn can lead to blistering of the skin.

   Synonymevesicationvesiculation

• Verb, das die Bildung von Blasen auf der Haut oder einer Oberfläche bezeichnet oder die Ursache dafür angibt.

A verb used to indicate the formation of blisters on the skin or surface, or to cause such formation.

1. Develop blistersB1formal

   To become covered with blisters, typically as a result of friction, burning, or other skin irritation.

   Blasen bilden

   • His feet blistered after the long hike.
   • The skin on her hands blistered from the heat.
   • If you don't wear gloves, your palms will blister.

   Synonymevesicate

2. Criticize harshlyC1informal

   To subject someone to severe or scathing criticism.

   Scharf kritisieren

   • The critic blistered the actor's performance in the review.
   • The manager blistered the team for their poor results.
   • She was blistered by her boss for missing the deadline.

   Synonymecastigatecensurecondemnexcoriatelambasteroastscathescorch

   Antonymecommendlaudpraise

3. Cause blisters to formB1formal

   To cause a blister or blisters to appear on a surface, especially skin.

   Blasen verursachen

   • The harsh chemicals blistered the paint on the car.
   • The sun blistered his shoulders after hours of exposure.
   • The hot pan blistered the countertop.

   Synonymevesicate