Steamed (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Aroused to impatience or anger; "made an irritated gesture"; "feeling nettled from the constant teasing"; "peeved about being left out"; "felt really pissed at her snootiness"; "riled no end by his lies"; "roiled by the delay".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The driver was steamed when another car cut him off on the highway.
- She was steamed after waiting in line for hours only to be told the concert was sold out.
- He got steamed when his boss denied his request for a raise.
- The customer was steamed when the store refused to honor the advertised sale price.
- The politician was steamed by the opposition's personal attacks during the debate.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
Cooked in steam; "steamed clams".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The chef carefully prepared the steamed vegetables to be served as a side dish.
- Steamed mussels were a popular appetizer at the seafood restaurant.
- The aroma of steamed dumplings filled the air as we walked through the market.
- Steamed asparagus was a healthier alternative to the fried options on the menu.
- The steamed lobster was tender and flavorful, and we savored every bite.