Synonyms for

Steamed

Verb / sti:md / Another word for steamed — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

cooked by steam

Synonyms & similar words

riled annoyed miffed peeved pissedoff nettled pissed steamclean roiled steamer stung steam irritated boiled poached blanched simmered parboiled sautéed braised stewed roasted grilled broiled baked fried pan-fried seared stir-fried microwaved smoked barbecued caramelized

Synonyms by register

Formal

simmered heated cooked

Informal

mad angry furious irked peeved

Literary

seethed incensed enraged

Antonyms

cooled chilled frozen calm relaxed unruffled

Common collocations

  • steamed vegetables
  • steamed buns
  • steamed pudding
  • steamed fish
  • steamed crabs
  • steamed mussels
  • steamed up

Word family

noun steam
verb steam
adjective steamed

Usage note

The word 'steamed' can refer to food cooked by steam or, informally, to being very angry. Ensure the context makes the meaning clear.

Example sentences

  1. I steamed broccoli for dinner.
  2. My mom steamed clams for our party.
  3. We steamed the fish in a bamboo steamer.
  4. My grandma steamed dumplings for us.
  5. The chef steamed the lobster.

Quotes

  • I like my vegetables steamed, not boiled.
  • A steamed lobster is a delicacy.
  • There's nothing like a bowl of steamed clams.

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