Meaning of the word heat in English

What does heat mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

heat

US /hiːt/

UK /hiːt/

the quality of being hot; high temperature

Example:

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The heat from the sun was intense.

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Please turn down the heat, it's too warm in here.

Synonym:

warmth hotness temperature fieriness incandescence

intensity of feeling, especially anger or passion

Example:

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The debate generated a lot of heat.

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He spoke with great heat about the injustice.

Synonym:

passion fervor intensity anger fury

make or become hot or warm

Example:

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Please heat the soup before serving.

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The sun quickly heated up the car's interior.

Synonym:

warm warm up reheat cook bake

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