ultrahot
/ʌl.trə hɒt/
ADJECTIVE
1. Extremely hot in temperature
Having an exceptionally high temperature or producing an intense degree of heat, often to the point of being scorching, burning, or dangerously hot.
1.1. Weather and climatic conditions
Used to describe extremely high outdoor temperatures, intense heatwaves, or exceptionally hot climatic conditions that make the environment uncomfortable or potentially dangerous.
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- The summer day was exceptionally ultrahot, prompting everyone to seek shade.
- The desert landscape experienced an ultrahot heatwave, setting new temperature records.
Related Words
- heatwave
- extreme heat
- high temperature
- hot climate
- summer heat
- thermal conditions
1.2. Fire, flames, and heated materials
Used to describe flames, fire, molten substances, or heated materials that reach extremely high temperatures and produce intense, potentially destructive heat.
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- The barbecue grill emitted an ultrahot flame, perfect for searing steaks.
- The metal became ultrahot inside the industrial furnace before being shaped.
Related Words
- combustion
- incandescence
- molten metal
- flame
- furnace
- thermal energy
- high-temperature processing
1.3. Food and spicy dishes
Used to describe food, sauces, or seasonings that are exceptionally hot either because they are served at a very high temperature or because they contain intense chili heat and pungency.
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- cold
- chilled
- cool
- mild
Examples
- The chef prepared an ultrahot chili that left diners reaching for their water glasses.
- The salsa had an ultrahot kick, adding an intense spicy element to the dish.
Related Words
- chili pepper
- capsaicin
- spiciness
- hot sauce
- temperature
- pungency
- seasoning
1.4. Humid and oppressive heat
Used to describe hot, humid atmospheric conditions that feel intensely warm, sticky, and uncomfortable, particularly when high temperatures combine with moisture in the air.
Synonyms
- sultry
- muggy
- sweltering
- steamy
- torrid
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Examples
- The ultrahot and muggy afternoon made outdoor activities exhausting.
- The tropical city experienced ultrahot conditions throughout the summer.
Related Words
- humidity
- moisture
- tropical climate
- heat index
- oppressive weather
- air temperature