blistering
adjective
blis·ter·ing ˈbli-st(ə-)riŋ 
1
: extremely intense or severe
blistering heat
2
: very rapid
a blistering pace
blistering adverb
blisteringly
ˈbli-st(ə-)riŋ-lē
adverb 
Synonyms
- acute
- almighty
- deep
- dreadful
- excruciating
- explosive
- exquisite
- fearful
- fearsome
- ferocious
- fierce
- frightful
- furious
- ghastly
- hard
- heavy
- heavy-duty
- hellacious
- intense
- intensive
- keen
- profound
- terrible
- vehement
- vicious
- violent
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Example Sentences
a hockey player with a blistering slap shot even after a blistering attack from the enemy, the fortress held
Recent Examples on the Web Pera, often cracking a blistering two-hand backhander, bolted to a 4-0 lead in the opening set in less than 15 minutes. 
Kevin Paul Dupont, BostonGlobe.com, 12 Aug. 2022 Knapp and Alper are smart to surround Renée with a larger-than-expected backing band of seven players, three of whom make up a blistering horn section, anchored by the steady, admirably understated guitar played by Brendan Saadat. Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 19 May 2022 Granted, the economy just grew at a blistering 6.9% annual rate in the fourth quarter, but many things have changed since then, including two more months so far in 2022 of continuing high inflation. Russ Wiles, The Arizona Republic, 13 Mar. 2022 Inflation has proven to be one of the most blistering features of the pandemic recovery, one that weighs directly on households across the country. Washington Post, 12 Apr. 2022 The coupé can rocket from zero to 62 mph in 2.8 second and has a blistering top speed of 220.5 mph. Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 5 Apr. 2022 The game was tied 21-21 at half, but the Malemutes went on a blistering 13-0 run over the first half of the third quarter, taking command of the game. Chris Bieri, Anchorage Daily News, 20 Mar. 2022 Playing their fourth game in four days, the seventh-seeded Hokies (23-12) clinched a berth in next week’s NCAA Tournament with a stunning 82-67 win Saturday over top-seeded Duke behind a blistering offensive performance from Hunter Cattoor. David Thompson, USA TODAY, 13 Mar. 2022 But his most blistering critiques also are directed at Trump and efforts by Abbott and Paxton to stop cities, counties and school districts from enforcing mandates on masks, vaccinations and testing. Scott Huddleston, San Antonio Express-News, 11 Mar. 2022 See More
Kevin Paul Dupont, BostonGlobe.com, 12 Aug. 2022 Knapp and Alper are smart to surround Renée with a larger-than-expected backing band of seven players, three of whom make up a blistering horn section, anchored by the steady, admirably understated guitar played by Brendan Saadat. Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 19 May 2022 Granted, the economy just grew at a blistering 6.9% annual rate in the fourth quarter, but many things have changed since then, including two more months so far in 2022 of continuing high inflation. Russ Wiles, The Arizona Republic, 13 Mar. 2022 Inflation has proven to be one of the most blistering features of the pandemic recovery, one that weighs directly on households across the country. Washington Post, 12 Apr. 2022 The coupé can rocket from zero to 62 mph in 2.8 second and has a blistering top speed of 220.5 mph. Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 5 Apr. 2022 The game was tied 21-21 at half, but the Malemutes went on a blistering 13-0 run over the first half of the third quarter, taking command of the game. Chris Bieri, Anchorage Daily News, 20 Mar. 2022 Playing their fourth game in four days, the seventh-seeded Hokies (23-12) clinched a berth in next week’s NCAA Tournament with a stunning 82-67 win Saturday over top-seeded Duke behind a blistering offensive performance from Hunter Cattoor. David Thompson, USA TODAY, 13 Mar. 2022 But his most blistering critiques also are directed at Trump and efforts by Abbott and Paxton to stop cities, counties and school districts from enforcing mandates on masks, vaccinations and testing. Scott Huddleston, San Antonio Express-News, 11 Mar. 2022 See More Word History
First Known Use
1708, in the meaning defined at sense 1
blistering
adjective
1
as in intense
extreme in degree, power, or effect even after a blistering attack from the enemy, the fortress held Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
- intense
- fierce
- intensive
- ferocious
- deep
- furious
- terrible
- explosive
- violent
- heavy
- vicious
- acute
- excruciating
- profound
- vehement
- heightened
- dreadful
- ghastly
- hellacious
- exquisite
- fearsome
- frightful
- almighty
- intensified
- fearful
- harsh
- hard
- aggravated
- keen
- accentuated
- concentrated
- severe
- enhanced
- heavy-duty
- deepened
- thorough
- exhaustive
- magnified
- emphasized
- stressed
- rigorous
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- moderate
- light
- soft
- weak
- feeble
- superficial
- shallow
- decreased
- qualified
- reduced
- eased
- moderated
- toned (down)
- subdued
- diminished
- lightened
- alleviated
- abated
- lessened
2
as in galloping
moving, proceeding, or acting with great speed a major-league pitcher known for his blistering fastballs Synonyms & Similar Words
- galloping
- rapid
- brisk
- quick
- fast
- breakneck
- swift
- rattling
- flying
- splitting
- whirlwind
- lightning
- hot
- breathless
- speedy
- accelerated
- rapid-fire
- fleet
- zippy
- hasty
- snappy
- hurried
- at speed
- fleet-footed
- nippy
- dizzy
- rushed
- breathtaking
- vigorous
- prompt
- expeditious
- rush
- strong
- hastened
- quickened
- ready
- energetic
- strenuous
- ultrafast
- high-speed
- ultrarapid
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- slow
- crawling
- lingering
- dragging
- plodding
- sluggish
- languid
- deliberate
- pokey
- leisurely
- unhurried
- poking
- slowish
- poky
- laggard
- measured
- dallying
- dawdling
- late
- tardy
- dilatory
- dillydallying
- ultraslow