warmed

word · lemma: warm

/ˈwɔɹmd/
/wˈɔːmd/

Definition

Made warm or hotter; the past form of 'warm'. It can refer to increasing temperature or making a person, place, or thing feel more comfortable.

Usage & Nuances

Often used for food, drinks, rooms, or emotions (e.g., 'She warmed her hands', 'He warmed to the idea'). More literal than 'heated', which is stronger. Passive form is common: 'The soup was warmed.'

Example Sentences

She warmed the soup before dinner.

basic

The room warmed quickly with the heater on.

basic

Her hands warmed by the fire.

basic

He slowly warmed to the new job after a few weeks.

natural

The leftover pizza tasted better after it was warmed in the oven.

natural

Everyone warmed up as soon as the sun came out.

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