roasted
- 01 A2 Elementary
adj.cooked using dry heat in an oven or over an open fire.
adj.describing food, especially meat or vegetables, prepared by exposure to dry heat in an oven or over a flame.
Simple“We had roasted chicken and potatoes for our Sunday dinner.”
In context“The chef served a platter of slow-roasted root vegetables, seasoned with fresh rosemary and sea salt to enhance their natural sweetness.”
- 02 C1 Advanced
v.criticized or teased someone in a harsh but often funny way.
v.subjected to intense ridicule, mockery, or harsh criticism, often in a public or social media context.
Simple“The comedian got roasted by the audience after his jokes failed.”
In context“The politician was absolutely roasted on social media after his contradictory statements were highlighted by a popular late-night host.”
UsageOften used in the passive voice with 'get' or 'be'.
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