Torrid: meaning, definitions and examples
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torrid
[ หtษหrษชd ]
weather, emotions
The term 'torrid' describes extremely hot and dry weather conditions. It can also refer to an intense emotional experience, often conveying passion or suffering. The word conveys a sense of harshness and intensity.
Synonyms
blistering, oppressive, scorching, sizzling.
Examples of usage
- The torrid summer sun made it difficult to stay outside for long.
- She wrote a torrid love letter that left him breathless.
- The torrid desert environment challenges even the hardiest of plants.
Translations
Translations of the word "torrid" in other languages:
๐ต๐น torrido
๐ฎ๐ณ เคคเคพเคชเคฎเคพเคจ
๐ฉ๐ช glรผhend
๐ฎ๐ฉ terik
๐บ๐ฆ ัะฟะตะบะพัะฝะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ upalny
๐ฏ๐ต ็ผ็ฑใฎ
๐ซ๐ท torride
๐ช๐ธ tรณrrido
๐น๐ท bunaltฤฑcฤฑ
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ฌด๋์ด
๐ธ๐ฆ ุญุงุฑ
๐จ๐ฟ tropickรฝ
๐ธ๐ฐ tropickรฝ
๐จ๐ณ ็็ญ็
๐ธ๐ฎ tropski
๐ฎ๐ธ hitandi
๐ฐ๐ฟ ััััา
๐ฌ๐ช แชแฎแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ qaynar
๐ฒ๐ฝ tรณrrido
Etymology
The word 'torrid' originates from the Latin term 'torridus,' which means 'parched or scorched.' It is derived from 'torre,' which means 'to dry, burn, or scorch.' This Latin root was adopted into Middle English in the 15th century, retaining its meanings related to heat and dryness. Over time, 'torrid' evolved to also encompass more metaphorical uses, describing intense emotions or experiences. The association with extreme heat has resulted in its common use in literature and everyday language to depict both climatic and emotional extremes, making it a versatile term in contemporary English.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #25,033, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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- 25030 scaring
- 25031 unadulterated
- 25032 unreadable
- 25033 torrid
- 25034 ablative
- 25035 undercutting
- 25036 handcuffed
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