smoulder

/ˈsmaʊdər/ /ˈsməʊdər/

Definitions

1. verb

to burn or glow with a low, steady flame, typically under control.

“The fire smouldered in the ashes overnight.”

2. verb

to remain or continue in a state of anger or resentment, often secretly.

“She smouldered with resentment against her colleagues.”

3. noun

a low, steady flame, typically under control.

“The room was lit only by a small smoulder from the fireplace.”

4. noun

a feeling of anger or resentment, often secretly.

“She was seething with smoulder against the injustice.”

Synonyms

  • burn
  • glow

Antonyms

  • extinguish
  • quench