Definitions

1. verb

to burn slowly and steadily, often with a smoky flame

“The fire smoldered in the fireplace all night.”

2. verb

to feel or show a strong but often suppressed emotion

“She smoldered with anger at the injustice.”

3. noun

a slow and smoky fire

“The smolder was still burning in the ashes.”

4. noun

a person who gives off a sense of quiet intensity or suppressed emotion

“He’s been known as a smolder for years, always seeming to be on the verge of exploding.”