roasting
0 antonyms and opposites of roasting, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Extremely hot.
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How to use roasting
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
The "harsh telling-off" sense is informal and mainly British.
Etymology
From Middle English rostynge; equivalent to roast + -ing.
Full origin of roasting →Frequently asked questions
What does “roasting” mean?
The word “roasting” means extremely hot. In plain terms, either uncomfortably hot weather, or a severe scolding or mocking.
How do you pronounce “roasting”?
“Roasting” is pronounced ROHS-tihng (/ˈɹoʊstɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “roasting” in a sentence?
Here is “roasting” used in a sentence: “It was roasting in the greenhouse by midday.”
What part of speech is “roasting”?
Depending on how it is used, “roasting” can be an adjective and a noun.
Is “roasting” a common word?
“Roasting” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “roasting” have?
“Roasting” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: extremely hot.