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broiling Synonyms

Another word for broiling

Choosing another word for broiling depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Extremely hot; oppressively warm or scorching.

Usage Example

"The marathon runners struggled to stay hydrated under the scorching afternoon sun."

Strongest
scorching
sweltering
blistering
Strong
roasting
searing
boiling
torrid
stifling

• noun (Context 2)

The culinary process of cooking food by exposing it directly to intense radiant heat, typically from an overhead heat source in an oven.

Usage Example

"Tender cuts of meat like ribeye and tenderloin are ideal for grilling because they cook quickly without drying out."

Strong
grilling

Opposites of broiling

The opposite of broiling shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

freezing
frigid
icy
glacial
frosty
chilly
See all opposites of broiling

• Nearby Words

brogue
broil
broiler
broiling
broke
broken
brokenhearted

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Broiling. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/broiling
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