English Explanatory Dictionary

in the heat of the moment

English dictionary entry

Meanings

prep_phrase
  1. As the hasty result of strong, passionate feelings and without thoughtful consideration.

Pronunciation

LL-Q1860 (eng)-Flame, not lame-in the heat of the moment.wav

Word forms

in the heat of the moment

Antonyms

in the cold light of day

Related words

spur of the moment
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