Definitions

grilled

VERB

broil food

Synonyms

STRONGEST

barbecue roast sear

STRONG

burn cook rotisserie

WEAK

charcoal-broil cook over an open pit

Antonyms

WEAK

answer

VERB

ask questions aggressively

Synonyms

STRONGEST

interrogate roast

STRONG

catechize inquisition interview question

WEAK

cross-examine give the third degree go over put the pressure on put the screws to third degree

Antonyms

STRONG

answer

Example Sentences

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Thankfully, you’ll find plenty of grilled beef and ice-cold Guaraní pilsner, brewed for the restaurant, to smooth things over.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

I love spooning it over fish and rice bowls, avocado toast, thick slices of summer tomato or grilled vegetables.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

As if that wasn’t intimidating enough, Danson said then-President Clinton immediately grilled him about his “intentions” with the actress.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026

The Kebab Shop is fully cooperating with public health officials and voluntarily paused sales of grilled beef kofta at all locations on May 18, according to a statement from the company.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

Our food comes and my grilled cheese is greasy and cheesy and crispy on the outside and I eat it in about three minutes and excuse myself to go to the ladies’ room.

From "Ask the Passengers" by A.S. King