Red-hot
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Red-hot is an adjective meaning Heated to the point that it glows with a visible red color.
Meaning
Heated to the point that it glows with a visible red color.
More Meanings
- (hyperbolic) Very hot.
- (informal) Emotionally charged, especially with anger or enthusiasm.
- (informal) Having very strong sex appeal.
- (informal) Very fresh, exciting, and up-to-date.
- (dated, US) Alternative spelling of red hot.
Example Sentences
That curry was red-hot.
He really delivered a red-hot speech today.
[A] red-hot poker will burn you if you hold it too long; […]
The smith's apprentice was still wary of manipulating the red-hot metal.
Word Forms
- redhot
- red-hots
Synonyms for red-hot
Depending on context, synonyms include fervent, fiery, luscious, voluptuous, sexy, hot.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include hot, sizzling, juicy, luscious, blistering, voluptuous.
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