English · Nature & Environment
sweltering
/ˈswɛltərɪŋ/
[/ˈswɛltərɪŋ/]
uncomfortably hot
Intermediateadjective
Definition
So hot that it is very uncomfortable, often making people sweat. It usually describes very hot summer weather.
Example
It was a sweltering afternoon in the city.
It was a sweltering afternoon in the city.
Etymology
From Middle English 'swelten' (to faint from heat), from Old English 'sweltan'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used for oppressive, very hot weather.