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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

smoldered

/smɒldərd/ verb · British & US
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What does smoldered mean?

verb

Past tense of smolder, to burn slowly and steadily with a low flame, often producing a lot of smoke. To be in a state of suppressed or smoldering anger.

Example

"The fire had smoldered for hours before it was finally extinguished."

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