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Hot

UK /["/hɒt/"]/US /["/hɑːt/"]/

Definition

having a high temperature; producing heat

In simple words: Having a high temperature or feeling warm.

Examples

  • The soup is too hot to eat right now.
  • I prefer hot weather during the summer.
  • She wore a hot red dress to the party.
  • Be careful; the stove is hot.
  • This chili is really hot and spicy!

Usage notes

Used to describe temperature, food, or sometimes attractiveness. In certain contexts, it can also be informal slang for something exciting or trendy. Avoid using in formal documents.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'hot' like a pot of boiling water — it sizzles and steams!

Collocations

  • be
  • feel
  • look
  • extremely
  • fairly
  • very
  • be
  • feel
  • look
  • extremely
  • fairly
  • very
  • be
  • become
  • get
  • extremely
  • fairly
  • very
  • be
  • taste
  • extremely
  • fairly
  • very

Synonyms

  • warm
  • scorching
  • sizzling
  • fiery
  • burning

Antonyms

  • cold
  • cool
  • chilly

Common mistakes

  • Confusing with 'heat' in various contexts.
  • Using 'hot' for mild temperatures.
  • Misunderstanding the slang use when describing people.