Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
the heat
Noun
/ðə hiːt/
Definition
The heat generally refers to high temperature, warmth, or intense energy, often in the context of climate, cooking, or emotional situations.
Examples
- The heat of the sun made the beach day challenging.
- As the race neared its end, the heat was on for the competitors.
- She turned up the heat to cook the pasta quickly.
Meaning
It can mean either physical warmth or refer to pressure in a competitive environment. In slang, it can also describe a difficult or stressful situation.
Synonyms
- warmth
- temperature
- intensity
- pressure
