SOOT Synonyms: 38 Similar and Opposite Words

soot

noun

Definition of soot

as in grime

a black powder that is formed when something (such as wood or coal) is burned

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Recent Examples of soot These can range from dust and soot to volcanic ash and even sea salt. — Elizabeth Rayne, ArsTechnica, 1 Oct. 2026 The rule also translates to an extra 90 tons a year of soot particles and 4,870 additional tons a year of smog components such as nitrogen oxides and volatile organic compounds emitted into the air in coming years, experts say. — Arkansas Online, 29 Sep. 2026 The vapors that had risen from warm bodies in the pews would have carried syllables mixed with candle-soot, distilled as condensation on the chapel windows. — Literary Hub, 22 Sep. 2026 People’s handkerchiefs would come away from their foreheads stained with soot. — Daliah Singer, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for soot

Recent Examples of Synonyms for soot

Noun

Fortunately, a better, safer alternative exists that prevents food, grime, and grease buildup in the first place.

— Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Nov. 2026
Old food debris / grime / slime / black mold-like accumulation was observed on shelves in the walk-in refrigerator, bulk food containers and the shelves in the chaat refrigerator.

— Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of grime

Noun

The variable camshaft timing solenoids were caked with spent bearing debris; removing the timing chain cover revealed a pool of silvery gunk that collected at the bottom; and the oil pan is shinier than a spoon in the sun.

— Caleb Jacobs, The Drive, 4 Nov. 2026
If gunk remains, cover the spot with a spreadable paste of baking soda and water.

— Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 19 Oct. 2026

Definition of gunk

Noun

Rugs are one of those niche investment pieces that can cost a fortune but will have little to no resale value after your dog has done a number on it (guess which one) or dust and hair have built up a layer of filth on top.

— Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 4 Nov. 2026
Miami, Fort Lauderdale restaurant filth Standing water covered the walk-in cooler floor.

— David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of filth

Noun

Kyiv has claimed responsibility for some attacks on Russian soil.

— Harriet Morris, Los Angeles Times, 12 Nov. 2026
The design of the bracing needs to take into account the kind of soil in the area, as well as the weight of the neighboring building and that building’s foundation.

— Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 12 Nov. 2026

Definition of soil

Noun

From trays and storage racks to portable carts, utensil crocks, countertop canisters, and more, shop our top picks below that can tidy up your space and double as decor, starting at $8.

— Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 8 Oct. 2026
These crocks and trays can be kept out on the counter for easy access while finishing off a sizzling steak in the skillet or stored in the fridge for firmer sticks.

— Clara Hillis, Architectural Digest, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of crock

Noun

Covered in white dust, Hilda walked home and checked in with family, both in the city and her native Dominican Republic.

— Alexandra Skores, CNN Money, 12 Nov. 2026
The study of these objects, some of the largest structures in the cosmos, can reveal how matter came together across the larger network of gas, dust and dark matter called the cosmic web.

— Robert Lea, Space.com, 12 Nov. 2026