BLISTERING Synonyms: 124 Similar and Opposite Words

blistering

adjective

ˈbli-st(ə-)riŋ

Definition of blistering

as in intense

extreme in degree, power, or effect even after a blistering attack from the enemy, the fortress held

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

as in rapid

moving, proceeding, or acting with great speed a major-league pitcher known for his blistering fastballs

Synonyms & Similar Words

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Recent Examples of blistering Woodman’s heroics had sparked a blistering counter-attack that ended with Andy Robertson firing home the hosts’ second goal in Saturday’s 3-1 win over Crystal Palace. — James Pearce, New York Times, 28 Apr. 2026 The weekend two set was, with only one exception, the same as their blistering debut, although there were definite changes in lighting and a couple of arrangements. — Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 20 Apr. 2026 The award-winning filmmaker—who is no fan of his home country’s government—considered making his latest blistering satire in the US. — Jordan Hoffman, Vanity Fair, 25 Mar. 2026 But after facing a blistering winter this year, many of those reserves are under 30%, the lowest since 2022. — Simmone Shah, Time, 19 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for blistering

Recent Examples of Synonyms for blistering

Adjective

Utilities have raised rates to pay for wildfire prevention and recovery as climate change has made the blazes more intense and frequent.

— Sophie Austin, Fortune, 25 Aug. 2026
Electrolyte beverages can help replenish hydration after an intense workout or stomach bug.

— Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of intense

Adjective

Fire officials said the combination of dry brush and strong winds fueled the blaze's rapid growth.

— Christopher Cann, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026
The quarterback struggles in camp bring into the realm of possibility Dolphins general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan seeking an outside backup option off the waiver wire following roster cuts if Ewers doesn’t show rapid improvement.

— David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of rapid

Adjective

And, once selected, these leaders adhere to a strict code of conduct and undergo intensive training and certification requirements, all of which prize discipline and self-regulation.

— Emelia S. Probasco, Foreign Affairs, 20 Aug. 2026
They were concerned rezoning the property would set off a reaction of more intensive zoning for the corridor.

— Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of intensive

Adjective

Set physical activity goals and prioritize exercise, including both aerobic activities such as brisk walking, cycling or swimming, along with strength training.

— Faye Chiu, CNN Money, 26 Aug. 2026
Fredericson recommends simple, everyday activities such as brisk neighborhood walks, gardening, cycling, bodyweight exercises and even parking farther from the entrance at the grocery store.

— Daryl Austin, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of brisk

Adjective

As his health faded in the last year of his life, Neruda rushed to finish his story, which gives the last chapters of his book a galloping, fragmented quality.

— Tunku Varadarajan, WSJ, 25 June 2021
Designed by renowned architect Dominique Perrault, its four stories tilting forward are said to evoke a galloping horse.

— Rob Hodgetts at Longchamp, CNN, 15 Oct. 2019

Definition of galloping

Adjective

After surviving a ferocious first half to trail only 13-12, the All Blacks' resolve hardened by new coach Dave Rennie and age-old ability to produce something from nothing turned a tense contest into a rout by five tries to South Africa's one.

— ABC News, ABC News, 22 Aug. 2026
One track consists of her ferocious, transfixing, concept works, which plunge the gathered into the heart and soul of extreme historical and cultural experiences.

— Matt Thompson, SPIN, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of ferocious

Browse Nearby Words

blister

blistering

blisteringly

See all Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

Style

“Blistering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blistering. Accessed 28 Aug. 2026.

Copy Citation

Synonyms of blistering

adjective

Example Sentences

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

More from Merriam-Webster

Word of the Day

cogent

Popular in Grammar & Usage

A Who’s Who Regarding ‘Who’s’ and ‘Whose’

'A' or 'an'? What about before 'h'? An Indefinite Article Guide

Why is '-ed' sometimes pronounced at the end of a word?

What's the difference between 'fascism' and 'socialism'?

Commonly Misspelled Words

Popular in Wordplay

Ye Olde Nincompoop: Old-Fashioned Words for 'Stupid'

14 Phobias You Probably Haven't Heard Of

Even More Words That Sound Like Insults But Aren't

The Words of the Week - Aug. 28

Why do we say 'break a leg'?

Popular

A Who’s Who Regarding ‘Who’s’ and ‘Whose’

Ye Olde Nincompoop: Old-Fashioned Words for 'Stupid'

14 Phobias You Probably Haven't Heard Of

Games & Quizzes