heated

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adjective

heat·​ed ˈhē-təd How to pronounce heated (audio)
Synonyms of heatednext
: marked by anger or passion
a heated argument
heatedly adverb

heated

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past tense and past participle of heat entry 1

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Adjective Their conversation quickly became heated. a heated discussion about who should pay for the pizza
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The messages, reviewed by Semafor, were heated but respectful. — Ben Smith, semafor.com, 26 Oct. 2026 The vote, which always takes place in late September, grew so heated that the team discussed holding a second session, the New York Post reported. — Stephanie Apstein, Washington Post, 25 Oct. 2026 For colder months, a fire pit or propane heater stored and used safely, plus heated blankets, can keep the area in play. — Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2026 For year-round use, add shade with sail shades, pergolas or umbrellas, and plan for cold weather with a fire pit or propane heater (stored and used safely) plus heated blankets. — Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for heated

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First Known Use

Adjective

1886, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of heated was in 1886

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heated

adjective
heat·​ed ˈhēt-əd How to pronounce heated (audio)
: marked by excited or angry feelings
a heated debate
heatedly adverb
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