1
as in boiling
having a notably high temperature
certain superheated liquids change to gas with almost explosive violence
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2
as in warm
having or expressing great depth of feeling
a superheated, rancorous argument on how the child should be raised
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Recent Examples of superheated
Justin Worland, Time, 17 July 2025
When someone turns on the hot water in the shower or starts the dishwasher, a mixing valve adds cool water to the superheated store to provide the appropriate temperature for the application.
—Erik Kobayashi-Solomon, Forbes.com, 17 July 2025
To many, this superheated metal sphere at the planet’s heart is one of geology’s greatest mysteries.
—Jake Parks, Discover Magazine, 9 July 2025
Chandra can see outbursts from our nearest black hole and threads of superheated gas at the Milky Way’s core.
—Carlyn Kranking, Smithsonian Magazine, 23 July 2024
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The magnets keep the superheated fuel in place and stable enough for the fusion process to occur.
—Justin Worland, Time, 17 July 2025
When someone turns on the hot water in the shower or starts the dishwasher, a mixing valve adds cool water to the superheated store to provide the appropriate temperature for the application.
—Erik Kobayashi-Solomon, Forbes.com, 17 July 2025
To many, this superheated metal sphere at the planet’s heart is one of geology’s greatest mysteries.
—Jake Parks, Discover Magazine, 9 July 2025
Chandra can see outbursts from our nearest black hole and threads of superheated gas at the Milky Way’s core.
—Carlyn Kranking, Smithsonian Magazine, 23 July 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for superheated
Adjective
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Agrawal and her team studied ionic liquids — salts that are liquid at sub-boiling temperatures (below 212 degrees Fahrenheit, or 100 degrees Celsius) — as a potential hospitable environment for life.—
Stefanie Waldek,
Space.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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One idea is that about a million years after the Big Bang, the universe cooled and underwent a phase transition, an event similar to how boiling water turns liquid into gas.—
Yasemin Saplakoglu,
Scientific American,
3 Mar. 2020
Adjective
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The Nulu fabric is buttery-soft, sweat-wicking, and warm without overheating.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
25 Oct. 2025
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First, warm soil temperatures combined with moderate air temperatures in early autumn create ideal grass seed germination conditions.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Oct. 2025
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Wrobleski was heated as he was corralled back to the mound.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
2 Nov. 2025
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Even if a dish is marked safe for use in the oven, if heated beyond a certain temperature, or if a broil setting is used, glass can shatter.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
31 Oct. 2025
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Its lighter, more delicate texture is best suited to baking, poaching, or searing.—
Rachael Zimlich,
Verywell Health,
24 Oct. 2025
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Racking up enthusiastic reviews, Dave’s Hot Chicken has made a searing entry into the Boise market.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
22 Oct. 2025
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With more than 33 billion plays and one of the most passionate fanbases on the Roblox platform, Grow a Garden is a game where players cultivate thriving gardens, trade crops, decorate worlds, and collaborate in seasonal events.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
5 Nov. 2025
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Both are impeccably made and performed and will have passionate supporters.—
Jenelle Riley,
Variety,
5 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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When heated, the molten salt turns into a liquid medium that allows lithium ions to flow freely.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Oct. 2025
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Like a cross between a brownie and a molten chocolate cake, this gooey-in-the-middle dessert is truly decadent, especially when topped with a scoop of ice cream.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
29 Oct. 2025
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The family dynamics of the show hadn’t been seen in any other franchise and made for some strong alliances against other members of the cast, as well as intense drama.—
Jenni Fink,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Oct. 2025
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In an intense Instagram post Thursday, her 44th, the mother of three included various family album style photos over the last few years, plus some words of wisdom.—
Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
31 Oct. 2025
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For best results, reheat in the oven at 325°F until warmed through and the puff pastry is crisp again.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
25 Oct. 2025
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Pettis said as climate change has warmed ocean waters, the whales have moved into new locations to follow their food sources.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA Today,
23 Oct. 2025
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“Superheated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/superheated. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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