Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sweltering heat
Noun
/ˈswɛltərɪŋ hiːt/
Definition
Uncomfortably hot weather conditions characterized by excessive warmth and high humidity.
Examples
- During the sweltering heat of summer, people often seek refuge in air-conditioned buildings.
- The sweltering heat made it hard to enjoy outdoor activities like hiking or picnics.
- Farmers worry that crops may suffer in the sweltering heat without enough water supply.
Meaning
Sweltering heat refers to an oppressive, very hot climate or temperature that makes people feel uncomfortable and fatigued.
Synonyms
- Scorching heat
- Steaming heat
- Oppressive heat
- Blazing sun
