simmer

verb
UK: /ˈsɪm.ər/
US: /ˈsɪm.ɚ/

  1. To cook something gently in liquid just below boiling point

    1. Simmer the sauce for 10 minutes to thicken it a little.
    2. The chef let the stew simmer slowly on the stovetop for several hours to develop a rich flavor.

  2. To be filled with a strong feeling that is difficult to control or express

    1. He was simmering with anger after the argument.
    2. A feeling of resentment began to simmer within her as she reflected on the unfair situation.

Synonyms

stew bubble seethe fume
simmer noun

  1. The state of being gently cooked just below boiling point; a gentle bubbling.

    1. Bring the soup to a simmer.
    2. Reduce the heat and maintain a gentle simmer for about 30 minutes.

  2. A state of barely suppressed activity or emotion.

    1. The city was in a simmer of discontent.
    2. Beneath the surface of calm, there was a simmer of excitement as the event approached.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "simmer" in English means: To cook something gently in liquid just below boiling point, To be filled with a strong feeling that is difficult to control or express.

The phonetic transcription of "simmer" is /ˈsɪm.ər/ in British English and /ˈsɪm.ɚ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "simmer": stew, bubble, seethe, fume.

Example usage of "simmer": "Simmer the sauce for 10 minutes to thicken it a little.". More examples on the page.