roasted

[ˈrəʊstɪd]

roasted Definition

  • 1cooked by prolonged exposure to heat in an oven or over a fire
  • 2criticized or insulted severely

Using roasted: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "roasted" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The roasted chicken was delicious.

  • Example

    We had roasted vegetables for dinner.

  • Example

    He was roasted by the critics for his poor performance.

  • Example

    The comedian roasted the celebrity during the show.

roasted Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for roasted

Phrases with roasted

  • coffee beans that have been cooked by exposure to heat, resulting in a distinctive flavor and aroma

    Example

    I prefer the taste of roasted coffee over instant coffee.

  • nuts that have been cooked by exposure to heat, often with added salt or spices

    Example

    I like to snack on roasted almonds while watching TV.

  • roasted marshmallows

    marshmallows that have been cooked by exposure to heat, often over a campfire or grill

    Example

    We had fun roasting marshmallows and making s'mores during our camping trip.

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Summary: roasted in Brief

The term 'roasted' [ˈrəʊstɪd] refers to food that has been cooked by prolonged exposure to heat, such as in an oven or over a fire. It can also mean being criticized or insulted severely, as in 'He was roasted by the critics for his poor performance.' Examples include roasted chicken, vegetables, nuts, and marshmallows.

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