smolder
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/ˈsməʊldər/
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/ˈsməʊldə(r)/
intransitive verb
R
to burn slowly without a visible flame, producing smoke
The embers continued to smolder even after the fire had been put out.
R
to have a strong feeling that is not fully expressed
Resentment smoldered in her heart for a long time after the incident.
translation
to burn slowly without a visible flame, producing smoke; to have a strong feeling that is not fully expressed
Word Forms
3rd Present
smolders
Past
smoldered
Perfect
smoldered
Progressive
smoldering