Definition

Describing something that has been transformed into a glassy or slag-like substance, often as a result of high heat or melting.

Example

The scorified material was used in the construction of the new road.

Conversation

Did you see that rock formation by the volcano?

Yeah, it looked so interesting and totally scorified.

I wonder how long it took for it to become like that.

Probably a long time — nature works in mysterious ways!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Scorified is derived from "scoria" (from Latin *scoria*, meaning dross or waste) and the suffix "-fied" (meaning made or caused to be). The term refers to something that has been made into or treated as scoria, often in the context of metallurgy where impurities are removed from metal.

Memory Tip

Think of 'scoria' as waste material, and remember that 'scorified' means something that has been made into waste or treated to remove impurities.

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