Basic General IELTS Words for "Temperature"

hot

Adjective

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having a higher than normal temperature

heated

cold

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I turned on the air conditioner because it was getting too hot inside.

She wore a hat to protect herself from the hot sun.

warm

Adjective

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having a temperature that is high but not hot, especially in a way that is pleasant

heated

cool

heated

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having a condition of high temperature, often causing discomfort or requiring cooling measures

heated

roasting

Adjective

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regarding extremely hot temperatures, often causing discomfort or sweating

heated

baking

Adjective

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having an intense level of heat that is often uncomfortable

heated

boiling

Adjective

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having an intense, almost unbearable heat

heated

cold

Adjective

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having a temperature lower than the human body's average temperature

heated

hot

chilly

Adjective

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cold in an unpleasant or uncomfortable way

heated

freezing

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regarding extremely cold temperatures, typically below the freezing point of water

heated

icy

Adjective

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so cold that is uncomfortable or harmful

heated

frozen

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(of food) kept at a very low temperature to preserve freshness

heated

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