blistering

• Descreve algo extremamente intenso, rápido ou severo, como calor, velocidade ou crítica. Também pode se referir literalmente à formação de bolhas na pele.

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.

   Mordaz

   • 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.

   Sinônimosacerbiccausticmordantsavagescathingsearingvirulentvitriolicwithering

   Antônimoscomplimentarygentlekindmild

2. Hot enough to raise blistersB2formal

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

   Abrasador

   • 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.

   Sinônimosbakingblazingbroilingburningroastingscorchingsearingsizzlingswelteringtorrid

   Antônimosarcticfreezingfrigidicy

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

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

   Veloz

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

   Sinônimosbreakneckfastlightningmeteoricquickrapidspeedyswiftwhirlwind

   Antônimosleisurelyslowsluggishunhurried

• Substantivo que designa a formação de pequenas bolsas cheias de líquido (bolhas) na pele ou sob ela, frequentemente causada por atrito, queimaduras ou algumas doenças.

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.

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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.

   Formação de bolhas

   • 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.

   Sinônimosvesicationvesiculation

• Verbo usado para indicar a formação de bolhas na pele ou na superfície, ou para apontar a causa dessa formação.

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.

   Cobrir-se de bolhas

   • 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.

   Sinônimosvesicate

2. Criticize harshlyC1informal

   To subject someone to severe or scathing criticism.

   Criticar duramente

   • 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.

   Sinônimoscastigatecensurecondemnexcoriatelambasteroastscathescorch

   Antônimoscommendlaudpraise

3. Cause blisters to formB1formal

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

   Causar bolhas

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

   Sinônimosvesicate