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Warmth - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

warmth

/wɔrmθ/ /wɔːmθ/

Definition:

The quality or state of being warm in temperature or feeling.

Synonyms:

heat, friendliness, cordiality, kindness

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

coldness, hostility

Common Collocations:

human warmth, radiant warmth, emotional warmth, comforting warmth

Derivatives:

warmly, warmer, warmish

Usage Tips:

Use "warmth" to describe physical heat or emotional kindness; avoid confusing it with "warm," the adjective form.

Common Phrases:

glow with warmth, spread warmth, bask in the warmth

Etymology:

Derived from Old English "wearmthu," meaning the state of being warm; related to German "Wärme."

Examples:

  • 1. The sun’s warmth melted the snow quickly.
  • 2. Her smile radiated genuine warmth and kindness.
  • 3. We gathered around the fire for its comforting warmth.
  • 4. The room lacked any sense of warmth or coziness.

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