Verbs for Changes in Temperature

to become hard or turn to ice because of reaching or going below 0° Celsius

As the temperature dropped overnight, the water in the pond began to freeze.

the feeling of coldness

She felt a chill in the air as the sun began to set.

having a pleasantly mild, low temperature

She appreciated the cool interior of the museum on the hot day.

an electric device with blades that rotate quickly and keep an area cool

During the summer, the electric fan is our best friend.

a weather condition during which the temperature drops below the freezing point and thin layers of ice are formed on the surfaces

The early frost caught many farmers off guard this season.

to cause something frozen become warmer to melt away the ice or frost

She uses the microwave to defrost frozen vegetables quickly.

to put food or drinks in a refrigerator or other cold place to keep them cool or fresh

The chef is currently refrigerating the marinated meat.

to reduce the temperature of something

Placing the hot dish in front of the fan will help cool it down quickly.

to cook food in very hot water

I boil eggs for breakfast every morning.

the method or system used to warm a building and keep it comfortable inside, such as central heating, radiators, etc.

Could you please turn on the heat it's freezing in here.

having a temperature that is high but not hot, especially in a way that is pleasant

She dipped her feet in the warm sand on the beach.

to cook something at a temperature just below boiling, allowing it to bubble gently

She simmers the soup for rich flavor.

to heat a grill or an oven before putting food in it

She preheats the oven before baking cookies.

to make something too hot in a way that can cause damage or discomfort

Over time, the prolonged exposure to sunlight has overheated the electronic devices.

to make something warm or hot

I'm going to heat up some curry for lunch.

to prepare one's body for exercising or playing sports with gentle stretches and exercises

The athletes spent time warming up, ensuring their bodies were ready for the competition.