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Warming

UK /["/ˈwɔːmɪŋ/"]/US /["/ˈwɔːrmɪŋ/"]/

Definition

the process of making something, or of becoming, warm or warmer

In simple words: The process of making something warmer.

Examples

  • atmospheric warming
  • the seasonal warming of the Pacific

Usage notes

Used in contexts related to temperature increase. Appropriate in scientific discussions, but can be informal in daily conversation. Avoid in very technical or geographical discussions without context.

Grammar pattern

warming + object

Memory hint

Think of 'warm' and add 'ing' — imagine your coffee getting warm in your hands.

Collocations

  • global warming
  • warming trend
  • warming effect

Synonyms

  • heating
  • toasting
  • raising temperature
  • incremental heat

Antonyms

  • cooling
  • chilling

Common mistakes

  • Confusing 'warming' with 'warmth'
  • Using 'warming' as a noun without the correct context
  • Mixing up 'warming' with 'warming up' when describing physical exercise