Synonyms of grills

grills 1 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of grill

1

as in interrogates

to put a series of questions to

police grilled the suspect, but had to release him when it became clear he didn't have the information they were looking for

Synonyms & Similar Words

• interrogates
• questions
• examines
• pumps
• quizzes
• catechizes
• queries
• sweats
• picks the brains of
• gives the third degree to
• debriefs
• cross-examines
• canvasses
• cross-questions
• annoys
• harasses
• hounds
• pesters
• polls

2

as in asks

to put a question or questions to

grilled the children about her ex-husband's new girlfriend

Synonyms & Similar Words

• asks
• questions
• interrogates
• quizzes
• inquires (of)
• queries
• pumps
• catechizes
• cross-questions
• surveys
• examines
• bombards
• cross-examines
• polls
• besieges

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• responds
• answers
• replies
• remarks
• observes
• retorts
• avoids
• comments
• rejoins
• ducks

grills

2 of 2

noun

plural of grill

as in restaurants

a public establishment where meals are served to paying customers for consumption on the premises

headed down to the local bar and grill for a beer and a burger

Synonyms & Similar Words

• restaurants
• diners
• cafés
• eateries
• cafeterias
• caffs
• beaneries
• lunch counters
• snack bars
• taverns
• lunchrooms
• luncheonettes
• steak houses
• coffee shops
• pizzerias
• hash houses
• inns
• teahouses
• coffeehouses
• tea shops
• bars
• greasy spoons
• barrooms
• chophouses
• tearooms
• estaminets

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of grills

Verb

Store grills inside a garage or shed. —Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 11 Mar. 2026

During my sailing, the chefs did open-air barbecues on two nights, working with Big Green Egg grills on the top deck, grilling fresh Atlantic prawns and tender steaks, and also cracking open fresh oysters. —Janice Wald Henderson, Travel + Leisure, 7 Feb. 2026

Gas grills This Weber Spirit E-325 propane gas grill features a powerful Sear Zone with Boost Burners, Snap-Jet Ignition, precise temperature control, fold-down side tables and compatibility with Weber Works accessories for a customizable grilling setup. —ABC News, 4 Feb. 2026

Do not use generators or grills inside. —Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 30 Jan. 2026

Use space heaters safely, and never operate generators or grills indoors. —Mary Wasson, Austin American Statesman, 26 Jan. 2026

Do not use generators or grills inside. —Brandi D. Addison, Florida Times-Union, 15 Jan. 2026

Yoo Man-su (Lee Byung-hun) happily grills eels for his family on a lovely summer day. —Kayti Burt, Time, 18 Dec. 2025

This Chapman Highway landmark, a staple for almost 50 years in Knoxville, grills a good steak. —Liz Schubauer, Nashville Tennessean, 12 Dec. 2025

Noun

Wipe down grills, outdoor tables and patio areas after use. —Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 3 Apr. 2026

After eating or cooking outdoors, wipe down grills, outdoor tables and patio areas thoroughly. —Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2026

Picnic tables and charcoal grills are available at the campsites and pavilion. —Carrie Honaker, Travel + Leisure, 3 Apr. 2026

That includes surfaces such as trees, rocks, firewood, fences, bricks, grills, patio furniture, propane tanks, and vehicles. —Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 1 Apr. 2026

What sets the Model D apart from other grills is its versatility. —Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 31 Mar. 2026

The recalls affect a wide range of everyday items commonly found in homes, from infant sleep products and adult bed rails to toys, power strips, grills, and outdoor equipment. —Amanda Greenwood, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Mar. 2026

Use grills or smokers only on gravel or paved surfaces. —Brandi D. Addison, Des Moines Register, 26 Mar. 2026

Asadero Norte De Sonora is an institution for affordable Mexican mixed grills in Phoenix. —Eddie Fontanez, AZCentral.com, 24 Mar. 2026