Definitions
- Describing extremely hot and humid weather conditions. - Talking about a place or environment that is uncomfortably hot and humid. - Referring to a person who is feeling very hot and uncomfortable due to the weather.
- Describing high temperature conditions. - Referring to food or drinks that are heated or spicy. - Talking about an object or surface that has a high temperature.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe high temperature conditions.
- 2Both words can be used to describe weather conditions.
- 3Both words can be used to describe physical discomfort due to heat.
- 4Both words can be used to describe food or drinks with high temperature or spiciness.
What is the difference?
- 1Intensity: Sweltering implies a more extreme level of heat than hot.
- 2Humidity: Sweltering specifically refers to hot and humid conditions, while hot can refer to dry or humid conditions.
- 3Comfort: Sweltering emphasizes discomfort and unpleasantness, while hot can be neutral or positive depending on the context.
- 4Usage: Sweltering is less common and more specific than hot, which is a more general term.
- 5Connotation: Sweltering has a negative connotation, while hot can have a neutral or positive connotation depending on the context.
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Remember this!
Sweltering and hot are both words used to describe high temperature conditions. However, sweltering implies a more extreme level of heat and humidity, often causing discomfort and unpleasantness. On the other hand, hot is a more general term that can be neutral or positive depending on the context.
