Synonyms of mulled

mulled 1 of 2

adjective

as in milled

Related Words

• milled
• reduced
• ground
• comminuted
• pulverized
• triturated
• filtered
• close-grained
• micronized
• refined
• levigated
• pestled
• velvety
• smooth
• buttery
• dusty
• powdery
• superfine
• fine
• ultrafine
• floury

Dissimilar Words

• grained
• granular
• coarse
• granulated
• sandy
• grainy
• earthy
• unfiltered
• gravelly
• gritty
• unrefined

mulled

2 of 2

verb

past tense of mull

as in crushed

to reduce to fine particles

the dentist was in the habit of mulling the mercury amalgam in the palm of his hand

Synonyms & Similar Words

• crushed
• pounded
• disintegrated
• crumbled
• beat
• powdered
• grated
• milled
• ground
• pulverized
• smashed
• brayed
• atomized
• shattered
• broke
• comminuted
• fractured
• crunched
• fragmented
• dashed
• splintered
• busted
• kibbled
• micronized

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of mulled

Adjective

From mulled wine at Christmas to hot cross buns at Easter, nutmeg has become an essential spice in Europe. — H.m.a. Leow, JSTOR Daily, 14 May 2026

On Wednesday, Houchin and others in Lawrence mulled ICE’s presence in their progressive college town, known as one of the most liberal cities in Kansas, as activists said five people were detained by federal officers on Tuesday. — Nathan Pilling, Kansas City Star, 19 Feb. 2026

Some nibbles to graze on Lightly sweet, warmly spiced mulled wine is best paired with a selection of salty snacks. — Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 16 Dec. 2025

Each year, the town of 4,400 people roars to life with its seasonal bash, ushering in the winter to come with joy, laughter, and plenty of mulled wine. — Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 8 Dec. 2025

Strain the mulled cider through a fine-mesh sieve, discarding the solids and return to the pan. — CBS News, 21 Nov. 2025

Fall is also the season for mulled wine, which is typically made with red wine. — Essence, 29 Sep. 2025

Served with mulled wine, and put the fireplace on to get in the fall mood. — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 21 Sep. 2025

The traditional holiday beverage, though, is not your average mulled wine. — Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Dec. 2023

Verb

Jillian Mason, of Blue Springs, mulled the incident while supervising a happy youth at the Green Street playground on Monday afternoon. — Nathan Pilling, Kansas City Star, 8 June 2026

Nuggets team president and KSE vice chairman Josh Kroenke was on the competition committee that mulled over various solutions to the years-long tanking epidemic. — Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 2 June 2026

Billionaire developer Rick Caruso, a Pacific Palisades resident and outspoken critic of Bass, mulled a rematch. — Deputy Managing Editor, Los Angeles Times, 31 May 2026

Last year as Rodgers mulled whether to retire or continue playing, he was drawn to Pittsburgh in part because of his trust in Steelers coach Mike Tomlin. — Andrew Greif, NBC news, 17 May 2026

Nutmeg has a strong flavor and is a key ingredient in eggnog, cider, and mulled wine. — Kelsey Ogletree, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2026

Instead, the atmosphere at the 2026 Programmers’ Jam was refreshingly practical, as a bunch of truly dedicated cinephiles mulled over the pressing matter of not just putting butts in seats — but making sure that each of their film communities has affordable, sustainable access to critical art. — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 12 May 2026

Langley mulled over getting the Powerhouse Award. — Chris Willman, Variety, 30 Apr. 2026

Vrabel, 50, mulled over the gift, as seen in multiple images, before paying for the hoodie and walking out of the store. — Anna Lazarus Caplan, PEOPLE, 28 Apr. 2026