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

There are standard hotel rooms, studios, and multi-bedroom condos along with a sauna, hot tubs, and a heated indoor-outdoor pool. —Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 23 Feb. 2026

This chapter of the crosstown rivalry could be one of the most heated yet, considering what’s on the line for both teams. —Haley Sawyer, Oc Register, 23 Feb. 2026

When meetings frequently have heated and toxic conflict, most of the staff will shut down while the loudest engage in the spectacle of going at it. —Blair Glaser, Fortune, 23 Feb. 2026

Wellness travelers, style mavens and creative types, will love the hotel’s spa-like vibe (not to mention its actual, 25,000-square-foot spa, complete with a spacious gym and indoor heated pool), contemporary design, and attention to detail. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Feb. 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