Describing Temperature: English Vocabulary List

having a condition of high temperature, often causing discomfort or requiring cooling measures

"The argument became heated."

"The heated debate in the parliament lasted for hours, with passionate arguments exchanged from all sides of the issue."

regarding extremely hot temperatures, often causing discomfort or sweating

"The sun is roasting."

"The roasting chicken filled the house with a delicious smell that made everyone's stomach growl with hunger and anticipation."

excessively heated to the point of shining in a white color

"The flame is white-hot."

"The white hot flame of the welding torch was too bright to look at without protective goggles over the eyes."