Thesaurus results for SIMMER

simmer

verb

ˈsi-mər

Definition of simmer

as in to boil

to cook in a liquid heated to the point that it gives off steam I gently simmered the chili for an hour

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Recent Examples of simmer Joanne’s conversion classes mainly function as a backdrop for simmering yet undercooked tension with guest stars like Sarah Silverman as Rabbi Eden and Andrew Rannells and Keyla Monterroso Mejia as fellow students. — Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 22 Oct. 2026 The tension between conservative and progressive Methodists had been simmering for years. — Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 21 Oct. 2026 That was the opening gambit from Textile Exchange conference host Samata Pattinson last week, kick-starting three days of programming that said a lot about the state of sustainable fashion, and the frustrations simmering below its surface. — Bella Webb, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2026 For this recipe, simmer them whole, with the skins on, until very tender but not falling apart. — Chris Morocco, Bon Appetit Magazine, 19 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for simmer

Recent Examples of Synonyms for simmer

boil

Verb

Its stainless steel body can last for years of making pour-over coffee every morning or evening cups of hot tea, and the kettle also comes in handy to boil water fast for everyday recipes.

— Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 21 Oct. 2026
Roast halves cut side down rather than boiling them, since roasting concentrates the sugars and cuts moisture.

— Lauren Schuster, Sacbee.com, 21 Oct. 2026