Definition

Marked or stained with a black powder that comes from burning materials, especially in a fireplace or chimney.

Example

The walls were sooted from years of burning wood in the fireplace.

Conversation

Have you seen my jacket? It's all sooted from the fireplace.

Yeah, I noticed that! You should probably give it a wash.

I didn't realize it got that dirty so quickly.

It happens! Just make sure to clean it before the next use.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sooted → The word 'sooted' comes from 'soot' (from Old English 'sōt', meaning a black powdery substance produced by burning organic matter) and the suffix '-ed' (indicating a past participle or completed action). The term 'sooted' means to be covered or stained with soot.

Memory Tip

Think of the black powdery substance 'soot' that comes from burning, and remember that 'sooted' means something is covered in that black substance.

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