WordLens

heat

1 of 2noun
/hit/
1

the method or system used to warm a building and keep it comfortable inside, such as central heating, radiators, etc.

A2
  • Could you please turn on the heat it's freezing in here.
  • The old house relied on gas heat, providing warmth throughout the winter months.
  • With temperatures dropping, Sarah decided to turn on the heat to warm up the house.
  • Emily woke up sweating in the middle of the night and realized she had forgotten to turn off the heat before going to bed.
Synonyms:
heating plantheating systemheating
2

a form of energy that is transferred between objects or substances due to a difference in temperature

  • The heat from the sun warms the Earth's surface, providing energy for life.
  • When you touch a hot stove, you feel the heat transferring from the stove to your hand.
  • The radiator emits heat to keep the room warm during the winter.
  • Cooking involves applying heat to food to make it safe and enjoyable to eat.
  • The scientist measured the heat produced by the chemical reaction.
Synonyms:
heat energy
3

the heightened level of intensity, urgency, or tension experienced in a situation that often leads to increased pressure or emotional responses

  • The heat of the competition was palpable as the runners sprinted towards the finish line.
  • The team felt the heat of the deadline approaching and worked tirelessly to complete the project.
  • The coach urged the team to turn up the heat in the second half of the game to secure a victory.
  • As the competition intensified, the contestants knew they had to turn up the heat to impress the judges.
  • The activists are determined to turn up the heat on elected officials to address climate change.
4

the physical feeling or perception experienced when exposed to thermal energy

  • He felt the heat from the sun on his skin.
  • The heat of the fire made the room uncomfortable.
  • She wiped sweat from her forehead due to the heat.
  • The child recoiled from the heat of the stove.
  • They sought shade to escape the intense heat.
Synonyms:
warmth
5

the quality or condition of being intensely emotional or passionate

  • She spoke with such heat that everyone in the room was moved by her words.
  • The heat in his voice was evident as he defended his beliefs.
  • The heat of the moment led him to say things he later regretted.
Synonyms:
passionwarmth
6

a state or period of heightened sexual arousal and activity in nonhuman mammals, often associated with reproductive cycles

  • The female cat was in heat, attracting the attention of several male cats in the neighborhood.
  • During the heat cycle, the dog exhibited increased restlessness and vocalization.
  • The farmer monitored the cows closely to determine when they were in heat for optimal breeding.
  • The mare's behavior changed noticeably when she was in heat, becoming more affectionate and agitated.
  • The wildlife biologist studied the mating patterns of deer during their heat periods.
Synonyms:
estrusoestrusrut
Antonyms:
anestrus
7

one of a series of competitive races or contests, where participants compete against each other to qualify for the next round or a final event

  • The athlete was confident as he prepared for his heat in the 200-meter race.
  • Each heat in the swimming competition determined who would move on to the semifinals.
  • The runner gave her best performance in the heat, securing her place in the final race.
  • The heats for the track and field events were scheduled for the morning, with the finals taking place in the afternoon.
  • He felt the pressure as he lined up for his heat, knowing that only the top two finishers would advance.
8

highly desirable, exclusive, or stylish sneakers

  • That pair of Jordans is pure heat.
  • He showed up with heat on his feet and turned heads.
  • Everyone wants heat from the latest sneaker drop.
  • She's saving up to get some heat for her collection.
  • Those kicks are heat, no doubt.