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 of warmth

• warmness
• glow

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

Inside, the design balances warmth and innovation. —Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 4 Nov. 2025

Gorgeous, atmospheric illustrations by renowned French artist Grégoire Solotareff bring wintry warmth to Sylvester and Poppy’s world. —Caroline Carlson, Literary Hub, 3 Nov. 2025

The beauty, whose warmth was showcased previously during her days hosting on QVC, is known for maintaining a cheerful, positive demeanor, even amid challenges. —Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 3 Nov. 2025

The loss of sea ice in the ocean next to Hektoria, believed to have been driven by ocean warmth, allowed wave swells to reach the fast ice and break it up, leaving the glacier exposed to ocean forces. —Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 3 Nov. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

12th 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