grilled
grilled
Pronunciation
The IPA phonetic spelling for "grilled" is /ɡrɪld/.
grilled: /ɡrɪld/
Word Form Variations
Verb: grill (base form), grills (third person singular present), grilled (past tense, past participle), grilling (present participle)
Adjective: grilled
Noun: grill (singular), grills (plural)
Adverb: (No direct adverb form)
Definitions, Synonyms and Antonyms
Verb (Past Tense/Participle of "Grill")
Grilled
(Of food) cooked using a grill, which involves direct radiant heat.
Synonyms: broiled, charbroiled, barbecued (if on an open grill)
Antonyms: baked, fried, boiled, roasted
(Of a person) subjected to intense questioning or interrogation.
Synonyms: interrogated, questioned, cross-examined, quizzed, pressed
Antonyms: answered, enlightened, informed
Adjective
Grilled
(Of food) cooked on a grill, often characterized by char marks and a smoky flavor.
Synonyms: broiled, charbroiled, barbecued, seared
Antonyms: raw, uncooked, fried, boiled, baked
(Of a person or situation) having been subjected to intense and prolonged questioning or scrutiny.
Synonyms: interrogated, scrutinized, challenged, pressed, cross-examined
Antonyms: unchallenged, unquestioned, unexamined
Noun (related to "grill")
Grill
A metal framework used for cooking food over an open fire or hot coals, or a cooking appliance that uses radiant heat.
Synonyms: barbecue, broiler, griddle (flat surface)
Antonyms: oven, stovetop (other cooking surfaces)
(Informal) A restaurant that specializes in grilled food.
Synonyms: steakhouse, diner, eatery
Antonyms: fine-dining restaurant, bakery
An act of intense questioning or interrogation.
Synonyms: interrogation, cross-examination, questioning, third degree (informal)
Antonyms: answer, response, confession
Examples of Use
Books
Cookbooks: Recipes frequently feature "grilled" dishes. "Serve the grilled salmon with a side of asparagus" (Food & Wine Magazine, May 2024).
Fiction (Mystery/Thriller): Characters might be "grilled" by detectives during an investigation. "The suspect was grilled for hours about his alibi."
Memoirs/Autobiographies: Authors might describe facing tough questions. "She was grilled by the press about her past decisions" (Penguin Press, September 2023).
Newspapers
Food Sections: Newspapers publish recipes and reviews of "grilled" foods. "Try these new marinades for perfectly grilled chicken" (The New York Times Cooking, June 2025).
News Articles (Politics/Crime): Journalists often report on politicians or suspects being "grilled" during inquiries or trials. "The CEO was grilled by senators over the company's controversial practices" (The Wall Street Journal, July 2025).
Lifestyle/Outdoor: Articles might give tips for summer barbecues, focusing on how to prepare "grilled vegetables."
Online Publications
Food Blogs/Recipe Websites: Many sites specialize in "grilled" recipes for various seasons or occasions. "Master the art of grilled pizza with our easy guide."
News Sites (Political/Legal): Online news reports often use "grilled" to describe intense questioning during hearings. "Watch the full video: Minister grilled on budget mismanagement."
Social Media: Users share photos of their "grilled" meals, particularly during summer. "Nothing beats perfectly grilled burgers on a sunny day! #BBQ #Grilled"
E-commerce: Retailers sell various types of "grilled" snacks or pre-marinated meats intended for grilling.
Various Entertainment Mediums and Platforms
Cooking Shows: Chefs frequently demonstrate how to "grill" meats, vegetables, or even fruits. "Next, we'll be grilling these peaches to perfection."
Movies/TV Shows (Crime/Legal Dramas): Scenes often depict characters being "grilled" in interrogation rooms or during courtroom cross-examinations. "The lawyer relentlessly grilled the witness about his testimony."
Reality TV (e.g., cooking competitions): Contestants might be tasked with preparing a "grilled dish," and judges will comment on its quality.
Podcasts (True Crime/Investigative Journalism): Discussions might refer to suspects or witnesses being "grilled" by law enforcement.
Commercials: Advertisements for barbecue grills or outdoor cooking products frequently feature appetizing visuals of "grilled food."
General Public Discourse
Conversations: In daily speech, people commonly talk about having "grilled chicken for dinner" or being "grilled by their boss about a project." "I love a good grilled cheese sandwich."
Workplace: Colleagues might joke about being "grilled" during a difficult client meeting or a demanding presentation.
Dining Out: Customers order "grilled" options from menus at restaurants.
Cooking: People discuss techniques for preparing "grilled food" at home.
Figurative Use: Sometimes used to describe intense questioning in casual contexts. "My parents really grilled me about where I was last night."
10 Quotes Using Grilled
"A perfectly grilled steak is a simple pleasure that truly speaks volumes."
"He felt thoroughly grilled and exposed after hours of intense cross-examination."
"The subtle char of a well-grilled vegetable adds a surprising depth to any meal."
"Sometimes, the most elusive truth only emerges when it has been truly grilled out."
"The warm, inviting scent of grilled food is the undeniable essence of summer evenings."
"Seasoned politicians often emerge from public hearings feeling thoroughly grilled and exhausted."
"She prepared the delicate fish meticulously, knowing it would be exquisite once perfectly grilled."
"No complex secret remains hidden when a determined mind decides to get it thoroughly grilled out."
"The true art of the backyard barbecue lies in achieving that perfect grilled texture and smoky flavor."
"He was grilled relentlessly by his own conscience long after the actual interrogation had concluded."
Etymology
The word "grilled" comes from the Old French word "griller," which meant "to broil on a gridiron" or "to scorch." This, in turn, is related to "gril" or "grel," referring to a gridiron itself (a metal frame for cooking).
The first known use of "grilled" in English, with the meaning of "cooked over direct heat on a grill," dates back to the early 15th century. It appeared in texts describing food cooked on such a device. By the late 19th century, the metaphorical meaning of "to interrogate intensely" also emerged, drawing on the idea of being subjected to intense heat or pressure.
Phrases + Idioms Containing Grilled
Grilled cheese: A common sandwich with cheese cooked between slices of bread until melted, often on a grill or griddle. "I'm craving a classic grilled cheese for lunch."
Grilled to perfection: Cooked on a grill until ideally done. "The chef prepared the steak grilled to perfection."
Under the grill: Being subjected to intense questioning or scrutiny. "The politician was under the grill during the press conference."
Grilled chicken/fish/vegetables: Common dishes prepared by grilling. "We're having grilled chicken and vegetables for dinner."
Grilled ribs: Ribs cooked on a grill, usually barbecued. "Nothing beats slow-cooked, then grilled ribs on a summer evening."
Grilled for information: Interrogated intensely to extract details. "The suspect was grilled for information by the detectives."
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Source Information
Definition of grilled from The Academic Glossary at Self Exploration Academy, a Urikville Press Publication. © All rights reserved.
