Definitions and Examples of hot, warm
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Having a high temperature; feeling intense heat.
Example
The coffee was too hot to drink immediately after it was brewed.
Having a moderate degree of heat; slightly hot.
Example
She wrapped herself in a warm blanket to stay cozy during the winter night.
Key Differences: hot vs warm
- 1Hot implies a high temperature that can cause discomfort or burns.
- 2Warm implies a moderate temperature that is comfortable and pleasant.
Effective Usage of hot, warm
- 1Food and Drinks: Use hot and warm to describe the temperature of food and drinks.
- 2Weather: Use hot and warm to describe the temperature of the environment.
- 3Feelings: Use hot and warm to describe emotions or feelings.
Remember this!
The antonyms of iced are hot and warm. Hot implies a high temperature that can cause discomfort, while warm implies a moderate temperature that is comfortable and pleasant. These antonyms can be used to describe the temperature of food and drinks, the environment, and emotions or feelings.