caloric
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /kəˈlɔːrɪk/
KK: /kəˈlɔrɪk/
adjective
Definition
Related to calories, which are units of energy in food, or to heat.
Example
Foods with high caloric content can lead to weight gain if consumed in excess.
Conversation
Did you see how caloric that dessert was on the menu?
Yeah, I noticed it had over a thousand calories!
I guess we should choose something less caloric if we want to feel good later.
Definitely! Let's look for something lighter instead.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
thermal
nutritional
dietary
Antonyms
noncaloric
insignificant
minimal
noun
Definition
A theoretical substance that was once believed to be responsible for heat and combustion, thought to be indestructible and able to transfer heat.
Example
In the 19th century, scientists studied caloric as a way to understand heat transfer.
Conversation
Have you ever heard of caloric theory?
Yeah, it was that old idea about heat being a kind of fluid, right?
Exactly! It's interesting how science evolves over time.
Root Explanation
Caloric is derived from "calor" (from Latin, meaning heat) and the suffix "-ic" (meaning pertaining to). The word "caloric" refers to something that is related to or associated with heat, particularly in the context of energy or temperature.
Memory Tip
Think of 'calor' meaning heat, and remember that 'caloric' refers to something related to heat or energy.
Visually Confused Words
chloric
loric
caulomic