warmth

noun

ˈwȯrm(p)th 

1

: the quality or state of being warm in temperature

2

: the quality or state of being warm in feeling

a child needing human warmth and family life

3

: a glowing effect produced by the use of warm colors

Synonyms

• lukewarmness
• tepidity
• tepidness
• warmness

Examples of warmth in a Sentence

I could feel the warmth of the fireplace.

She enjoyed the warmth of their praise.

They possessed a graciousness and warmth that put their guests at ease.

Recent Examples on the Web

Lake Michigan water levels drop to lowest in years amid warmth and lack of rain In July 2020, Lake Michigan nearly broke its record high. —Adriana Pérez, Chicago Tribune, 16 Dec. 2024

But the country could be split in two by warmth and cold in the run up to the big day. —Mary Gilbert, CNN, 16 Dec. 2024

Woven and Weft Queen Quilt Set Add a layer of warmth to the guest bed with this quilt set that’s suitable for year-round use. —Maggie Horton, People.com, 15 Dec. 2024

Thankfully, the Critics Choice Awards came through for her performance, a genuine source of warmth in a film that can be a difficult watch. —Nate Jones, Vulture, 14 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

warmth

noun

ˈwȯ(ə)rm(p)th 

1

: the quality or state of being warm in temperature

2

a

: the quality or state of being warm in feeling

enjoyed the warmth of their praise

b

: a glowing effect produced by the use of warm colors