swelter

/ˈswɛltər/

Definitions

1. verb

to be extremely hot and humid, especially during a heatwave

“The city sweltered under the summer sun.”

2. verb

to suffer from the heat

“The tourists sweltered on the beach without shade.”

3. noun

a state of intense heat and humidity

“The swelter was unbearable on the day of the festival.”

Synonyms

  • roast
  • scorch

Antonyms

  • chill
  • freezing