hot
hot Lexical Profile
hot Game Scores & Validity
• adjective
Having a high degree of heat or a high temperature.
"She poured a cup of hot tea to warm her hands after walking in the snow."
Producing a burning sensation in the mouth due to the presence of pungent spices or chili peppers.
"The chef warned the diners that the green curry was exceptionally hot."
Currently very popular, in high demand, or commercially successful.
"Renewable energy stocks have become one of the hottest investments of the decade."
Marked by intense emotion, passion, anger, or vehement debate.
"The zoning proposal sparked a hot debate during the city council meeting."
Physically attractive or alluring (informal).
"The magazine published its annual list of the hottest stars in cinema."
• adverb
At a high temperature, or while still warm.
"This traditional apple pastry is best served hot with a scoop of vanilla ice cream."
Closely, eagerly, or with intense speed and urgency (especially in pursuit).
"The defending champion remained hot on the heels of the race leader throughout the final lap."
• verb
British To become or make more exciting, intense, or lively (usually used with 'up').
"Competition for the championship title is really hotting up as the season enters its final month."
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Word Origin & Etymology
From Old English 'hāt', meaning hot, flaming, or fervent, derived from Proto-Germanic '*haitaz' (cognate with German 'heiß' and Dutch 'heet').