Synonyms for

Steaming

Verb / ˈsti:mɪŋ / Another word for steaming — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

producing steam; hot and humid

Synonyms & similar words

steamclean steamer steam piping steamy boiling heated hot burning sizzling roasting scorching sweltering torrid fuming smoking searing fiery blazing flaming red-hot ultra-hot superheated sultry muggy

Synonyms by register

Formal

vaporizing effervescent simmering

Informal

hot boiling scalding

Literary

fuming seething hissing

Antonyms

cold cool chilled frozen icy frigid

Common collocations

  • steaming hot
  • steaming mad
  • steaming coffee
  • steaming plate
  • steaming kettle
  • steaming vegetables
  • steaming pile

Word family

noun steam
verb steam
adjective steamy

Usage note

Primarily used to describe something very hot, especially liquids or food. Can also be used figuratively to describe anger.

Example sentences

  1. The steaming food smelled delicious.
  2. I could see the steaming breath coming out of my mouth.
  3. The bathroom was steaming after my sister took a hot shower.
  4. The teapot was steaming on the stove.
  5. The steaming sun was making everyone sweat.

Quotes

  • I'm steaming mad!
  • I can't see through the steaming fog.
  • The steaming heat was unbearable.

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