Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
calescent
Adjective
/kəˈlɛs.ənt/
Definition
Becoming warm or hot; feeling warm.
Examples
- The calescent rays of the sun began to warm the chilly morning air.
- As the fire crackled, the room turned calescent, inviting everyone to relax.
Meaning
The term ‘calescent’ is used to describe a gradual increase in warmth or heat. It often references a sensation or process rather than a specific temperature.
Synonyms
- warming
- heated
- toasty
