heated

adjective

heat·​ed ˈhē-təd 

: marked by anger or passion

a heated argument

heatedly adverb

Synonyms of heated

• agitated
• excited

Examples of heated in a Sentence

Their conversation quickly became heated.

a heated discussion about who should pay for the pizza

Recent Examples on the Web

It’s often heated and used in mashed potatoes or used to create creamy pasta sauces or soups. — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 3 July 2026

It’s located right on Route 66 and has that throwback feel road-trippers crave, with heated outdoor pools, fire pits, loaner bikes, and lawn games. — Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 3 July 2026

But that’s a heated and politicized 250-year-old debate that will continue indefinitely. — Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026

That said, avoid making permanent decisions during heated conversations. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1886, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for heated

• cheated
• greeted
• meted
• pleated
• seated
• sheeted
• treated
• accreted
• competed
• completed
• conceited
• concreted

Kids Definition

heated

adjective

heat·​ed ˈhēt-əd 

: marked by excited or angry feelings

a heated debate

heatedly adverb