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.
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We had roasted vegetables for dinner.
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He was roasted by the critics for his poor performance.
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The comedian roasted the celebrity during the show.
roasted Synonyms and Antonyms
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.
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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.
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.
