Dictionary definition · hot
adjective
- used of physical heat; having a high or higher than desirable temperature or giving off heat or feeling or causing a sensation of heat or burning"hot stove"
- characterized by violent and forceful activity or movement; very intense"the fighting became hot and heavy"
- (extended meanings, especially of psychological heat) marked by intensity or vehemence especially of passion or enthusiasm"a hot temper"
- (color) bold and intense"hot pink"
- sexually excited or exciting"was hot for her"
- recently stolen or smuggled"hot merchandise"
- very fast; capable of quick response and great speed"a hot sports car"
- wanted by the police"a hot suspect"
- producing a burning sensation on the taste nerves"hot salsa"
- performed or performing with unusually great skill and daring and energy"a hot drummer"
- very popular or successful"one of the hot young talents"
- very unpleasant or even dangerous"make it hot for him"
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Source: Open English WordNet (CC BY 4.0).