Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hot-and-cold
adjective
/hɒt ənd koʊld/
Definition
The term ‘hot-and-cold’ describes a situation or behavior that fluctuates between extremes, often indicating inconsistency or unpredictability.
Examples
- The weather has been really hot-and-cold lately, making it hard to choose an outfit.
- Her hot-and-cold attitude towards the project left the team confused.
- He has a hot-and-cold relationship with his friends, being friendly one minute and distant the next.
Meaning
This phrase is typically used to illustrate someone or something that swings back and forth between two opposing states, such as warmth and coolness, emotions, or opinions.
Synonyms
- Inconsistent
- Unpredictable
- Erratic
- Changeable
