adjective
cordial
KOR-juhl/ˈkɔːrdʒəl/
Warm, friendly, and sincere.
Our new neighbors offer us a cordial welcome this morning.
Etymology
Originally meaning “pertaining to the heart,” cordial came to mean “heartfelt,” with the heart understood as the seat of kindly feelings. That connection underlies its use for warm, friendly behavior.
In context
her language was neither warm nor affectionate her expressions of regard were neither animated nor cordial
More examples
- Despite their disagreement, the two coworkers remain cordial.
- Please accept our cordial invitation to join us for dinner.
- Her cordial manner helps nervous guests feel at ease.
Forms
cordial · more cordial · most cordial
cordially adverb — In a warm and friendly manner.
cordiality noun — Warmth and friendliness toward other people.