What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
smoldering
Example
The campfire was smoldering after we put it out. [smoldering: adjective]
Example
She tried to hide her smoldering anger during the meeting. [smoldering: present participle]
seething
Example
The pot was seething with boiling water. [seething: verb]
Example
He was seething with rage after the argument. [seething: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Smoldering and seething are less commonly used words and may not be as familiar to ESL learners. However, they can be useful for expressing nuanced emotions and situations.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between smoldering and seething?
Smoldering and seething are both formal words that may be more appropriate in written or formal contexts than in casual conversation.
