Definition

Not cooled; allowed to become warmer or to overheat.

Example

The uncooled engine caused the car to break down on the highway.

Conversation

I left the pizza out too long, and now it's totally uncooled.

Oh no! Is it still safe to eat?

I think so, but it might taste weird since it's uncooled.

Maybe we should just heat it up again to be safe.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Uncooled → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "cooled" (from the root "cool" which comes from Old English "ceald", meaning cold). The word "uncooled" means not cooled or lacking in coolness.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being added to 'cool' — this helps you remember that 'uncooled' means something that is not cool.

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