heated

[ˈhiːtɪd]

heated Definition

• 1. having or showing angry or intense feelings
• 2. made warm or hot

Using heated: Examples

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

• Example

  The debate became heated when the candidates started arguing.

• Example

  She had a heated argument with her boss.

• Example

  The room was heated by a wood stove.

• Example

  He put on a heated jacket to keep warm in the cold weather.

heated Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for heated

• angry
• passionate
• fierce
• intense
• ardent

Antonyms for heated

• calm
• cool
• unemotional

Phrases with heated

• heated discussion

  a conversation or debate that is intense and often involves disagreement

  Example

  The meeting turned into a heated discussion about the new policy.

• heated exchange

  a conversation or argument that is intense and often involves angry words

  Example

  The two politicians had a heated exchange during the debate.

• heated pool

  a swimming pool that is kept warm by a heating system

  Example

  We enjoyed swimming in the heated pool at the hotel.

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Summary: heated in Brief

The term 'heated' [ˈhiːtɪd] describes intense emotions, particularly anger or passion. It can also refer to something that has been made warm or hot, such as a room or clothing. Examples include 'The debate became heated when the candidates started arguing.' and 'He put on a heated jacket to keep warm in the cold weather.' Phrases like 'heated discussion' and 'heated exchange' denote intense conversations or arguments.