Burnt is an adjective that describes something that has been subjected to fire or intense heat resulting in damage. Synonyms for burnt include charred, scorched, singed, seared, grilled, roasted, browned, blackened, and toasted. Charred refers to an object that has been burned to the point of turning black and brittle. Scorched is used to describe something that has been burned to the point where it becomes discolored and damaged. Singed describes slight burning or charring of an object's surface. Seared refers to a cooking technique where food is cooked quickly at a high temperature to create a crusty exterior. Roasted, grilled, and toasted all describe cooking techniques that apply heat to food over time to create a desirable outcome.