torrid

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. adjective characterized by intense emotion
  2. adjective emotionally charged and vigorously energetic
  3. adjective extremely hot

Etymology

From Latin torridus, from torreō (“parch, scorch”).

In classic literature

Synonyms

ardent, fervent, fervid, fiery, impassioned, perfervid

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