sweat

/swɛt/

Definitions

1. noun

a fluid produced by the body’s sweat glands, typically clear and odorless, but sometimes cloudy or colored

“After a long workout, I wiped the sweat from my forehead.”

2. verb

to produce sweat, often as a result of physical effort or heat

“The construction worker was sweating profusely in the midday sun.”

3. verb

to feel or show anxiety or nervousness

“She was sweating during the job interview, but managed to get the position.”

4. noun

a difficult or unpleasant task

“I don’t want to do that sweat, I’m too tired already.”

Synonyms

  • beads
  • droplets
  • perspiration

Antonyms

  • calmness
  • dryness