Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
smoldering
Verb/Adjective
/ˈsmōldərɪŋ/
Definition
To burn slowly without flame, producing smoke.
Examples
- The smoldering ashes of the fire indicated that it had not been fully extinguished.
- Her smoldering gaze revealed a passion she had kept hidden.
Meaning
Smoldering refers to a situation where something is burning at a low temperature without an open flame, often creating smoke and heat. This term can also describe intense feelings or emotions that are hidden beneath the surface.
Synonyms
- Burning
- Smoking
- Fuming
- Seething
