roast Synonyms
Another word for roast
• noun (Context 1)
A large cut of meat that has been cooked or is suitable for cooking by dry heat in an oven, or a meal featuring such meat.
"She placed a seasoned pork joint in the oven to cook slowly for three hours."
• verb (Context 2)
To cook food (especially meat or vegetables) by prolonged exposure to dry heat in an oven or over a fire.
"We decided to bake root vegetables with olive oil and rosemary to accompany the main course."
• adjective (Context 3)
Cooked by prolonged exposure to dry heat in an oven or over an open fire (used directly before a noun, especially of meat or vegetables).
"The restaurant is famous for its traditional Sunday dinner featuring roasted beef and Yorkshire pudding."
• verb (Context 4)
To process coffee beans, nuts, seeds, or metallurgical ores by heating them strongly without melting or burning.
"The local cafe uses a specialized drum machine to toast green coffee beans in small batches."
• verb (Context 5)
To criticize harshly or tease someone in a humorous, mocking, or merciless manner.
"His friends never missed an opportunity to rib him about his questionable fashion choices."
• verb (Context 6)
To make or become uncomfortably hot from exposure to intense heat or sunlight.
"The spectators began to swelter under the midday sun in the unshaded stadium."
• noun (Context 7)
An outdoor social gathering or picnic where food is cooked over an open fire or grill.
"The neighborhood association organized an autumn corn barbecue at the local park."
Opposites of roast
The opposite of roast shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: