temperature

Meaning

The degree or intensity of heat present in a substance or object.

the degree of heat or cold in the atmosphere, body, or substance

Example Sentences

Rising temperatures affect agricultural output.

The temperature today is twenty-five degrees Celsius.

Synonyms

heat, warmth, thermal reading, degree

Entry 1

heat, warmth

Entry 3

heat, warmth, thermal reading, degree

Antonyms

coldness, coolness, absolute zero

Entry 1

coldness, coolness

Entry 3

absolute zero

Collocations

body temperature, room temperature, high temperature, take temperature