SUPERHEAT Synonyms: 25 Similar and Opposite Words

superheat

verb

Definition of superheat

as in to heat

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Recent Examples of superheat The use of fly ash as a feedstock eliminates the need to use limestone at all, let alone to superheat it. — Erik Kobayashi-Solomon, Forbes, 13 Nov. 2023 Insects bask in the sunlight to superheat their bodies and cook invading organisms; humans do the same by running a fever. — Jeff Goodell, Time, 6 July 2023 This superheats this material—mostly gas in the form of plasma—to temperatures of millions of degrees. — Robert Lea, Popular Mechanics, 13 June 2023 Hittite Solar can also superheat its steam to 500 °C—the practical limit for the collector tubes—rather than a lower 400 °C limit for synthetic oils. — IEEE Spectrum, 21 Dec. 2012 See All Example Sentences for superheat

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Heat triggers shape recovery The technology uses shape-memory polymers (SMPs), materials that can be programmed into a temporary shape and recover their original form when heated.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 11 Nov. 2026
Heating oil prices are also high Rising diesel prices are also driving up the cost of heating oil in the northeast, because heating oil is a close cousin of diesel.

— Scott Horsley, NPR, 10 Nov. 2026

Definition of heat

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Under certain conditions, the beds’ electrical components may overheat, according to the FDA alert.

— Lisa Schencker, Chicago Tribune, 29 Oct. 2026
This is the perfect option for anyone who wants to stay warm as temperatures drop but tends to overheat and prefers to avoid bulky layers.

— Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of overheat

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Gently reheat the kari before guests arrive, letting the warm, heady spices fill your home before everyone gathers around the table.

— Rachel Gurjar, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Nov. 2026
If your leftover turkey is dry, reheat it in the microwave with a splash of stock before using.

— Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of reheat

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