noun
warmth
WORMTH/wɔːrmθ/
A comfortably or moderately hot temperature.
She holds her hands above the radiator and enjoys its gentle warmth.
Etymology
Warm with the state-forming suffix -th names gentle heat. The meaning extended to lively geniality and friendly feeling, treating emotional engagement as warmth; the base’s deeper origin is uncertain.
In context
people who are super smart but don't have enough warmth, they are less likely to believe your competence.
More examples
- The blanket provides enough warmth for a cool night.
- We sit by the window to enjoy the sun's warmth.
- Close the door to keep the warmth inside.
Forms
warmth
warm adjective — Having a comfortably high temperature.
Similar words
- heat
- Heat covers a wider range of temperatures, including uncomfortable extremes.