Definition

This word describes something that produces heat or calories, often used in the context of food and energy.

Example

Foods that are high in fat are often considered to be calorific.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how calorific some foods can be?

Definitely! Some snacks pack a lot of calories in a small amount.

Yeah, I try to choose foods that are lower in calorific value when I'm snacking.

Good idea! It's all about balance, right?

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Calorific is formed from "calor" (from Latin, meaning heat) and "-ific" (from Latin "facere", meaning to make or produce). The word refers to something that produces or generates heat.

Memory Tip

Think of 'calor' meaning heat and '-ific' meaning to make — so calorific describes something that makes heat.

Visually Confused Words