boiling

Definition

  • adjective: very hot
  • adjective: heated to the boiling point
  • synonyms: surging, seething, agitation

Examples

  • He could feel the anger 'boiling up' inside him. [=he could feel himself becoming very angry]

  • The water in the pot is 'boiling over'. = The pot (of water) is 'boiling over'.

  • The kettle (of water) is 'boiling'. = The water in the kettle is 'boiling'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) I bet I'm getting the cold one, I just know. I didn't-- I shouldn't even have to ask that question. I fancy a cold water tower, please. Because it's-- I've been boiling in this costume. I'm just a little bit disappointed. I did have a shower before I came to work this morning. WOMAN : (..)
    2012 The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey