warming
word · lemma: warm
Definition
The process of becoming warmer or making something warmer. It's often used to talk about increases in temperature, especially in relation to the environment.
Usage & Nuances
Frequently paired with 'global' as in 'global warming' (environmental context). Can refer to a general increase in temperature or to something that causes heat. In formal contexts, it's often a noun; less commonly used in everyday conversation as an adjective compared to 'warm.'
Example Sentences
The warming of the sun feels nice in the morning.
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Many scientists talk about global warming.
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The warming soup smells delicious.
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We can feel the warming weather as spring arrives.
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The government is concerned about the warming trend in the past decade.
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A quick warming in the kitchen made dinner ready fast.
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