Synonyms for

Thermal

Verb / ˈθɜ:mʌl / Another word for thermal — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

relating to heat or temperature

Synonyms & similar words

caloric thermic nonthermal heat temperature hot warm tropical balmy sweltering boiling scorching sultry torrid fiery blazing burning heated sizzling flaming red-hot arid dry

Synonyms by register

Formal

caloric thermic heated

Informal

hot warm

Literary

fiery ardent

Antonyms

cold cool frigid icy gelid chilly

Common collocations

  • thermal energy
  • thermal expansion
  • thermal imaging
  • thermal conductivity
  • thermal power
  • thermal insulation
  • thermal equilibrium

Word family

noun therm
adjective thermal
adverb thermally

Usage note

Primarily used as an adjective to describe phenomena related to heat. Avoid using it as a noun unless referring to a specific type of underwear.

Example sentences

  1. The thermal springs were a popular spot for tourists.
  2. The thermal imaging camera helped the firefighters locate the fire.
  3. The thermal underwear kept me warm while skiing.
  4. The thermal power plant generated electricity using heat.
  5. The thermal conductivity of the material determines how well it conducts heat.

Quotes

  • The thermal energy of the sun is what powers life on Earth.
  • We can harness thermal energy to cook food or warm our homes.
  • The Earth's core is made up of molten rock and iron, generating immense amounts of thermal energy.

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