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as in composure
evenness of emotions or temper
his coolness under pressure makes him everyone's first choice to head a project with an ironclad deadline
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as in elegance
the quality or state of being fashionable
the coolness of their clothes is something that high schoolers tend to obsess over
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Recent Examples of coolness
Of course, the brand is known for its classic coolness and quality, especially since it’s made of 99 percent cotton for total comfort.
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Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 31 Dec. 2025
What does coolness mean right now?
—The Editors, Curbed, 15 Dec. 2025
Stewart’s glam followed suit with her effortless coolness, with choppy hair and minimal makeup.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 5 Dec. 2025
Temperatures are finally starting to drop in the South, with the slant of the sun and the coolness at night signaling that the fall season has indeed arrived.
—Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2025
The new version illuminates, adding a solid degree of coolness.
—James Raia, Mercury News, 26 Oct. 2025
Introduced in 1963 as Coca-Cola’s first diet soda, Tab and its unforgettable hot pink can became a symbol of individuality and effortless coolness — and when it was discontinued in October 2020, its absence left a surprisingly large void for its loyal fans.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
Walmart shoppers rave that the quilt provides the perfect coolness while still being comfy.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Oct. 2025
What interests me is the conversation between surfaces, glossy against matte, the warmth of wood beside the coolness of stone.
—Kissa Castaneda, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 31 Dec. 2025
What does coolness mean right now?
—The Editors, Curbed, 15 Dec. 2025
Stewart’s glam followed suit with her effortless coolness, with choppy hair and minimal makeup.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 5 Dec. 2025
Temperatures are finally starting to drop in the South, with the slant of the sun and the coolness at night signaling that the fall season has indeed arrived.
—Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2025
The new version illuminates, adding a solid degree of coolness.
—James Raia, Mercury News, 26 Oct. 2025
Introduced in 1963 as Coca-Cola’s first diet soda, Tab and its unforgettable hot pink can became a symbol of individuality and effortless coolness — and when it was discontinued in October 2020, its absence left a surprisingly large void for its loyal fans.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
Walmart shoppers rave that the quilt provides the perfect coolness while still being comfy.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Oct. 2025
What interests me is the conversation between surfaces, glossy against matte, the warmth of wood beside the coolness of stone.
—Kissa Castaneda, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for coolness
Noun
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The typical composure is gone from his game.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
28 Jan. 2026
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Ruffier was impressed by Bresson’s composure and willingness to engage.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
20 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Oberoi is launching two luxury Nile dahabeyas, which revive the elegance of 1920s river travel, offering an intimate way to experience Egypt’s most storied landscapes along the Nile.—
Laura Begley Bloom,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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The Tyrolean-style on-mountain lodge, Utah’s first five-star property as of 1982, still smacks of old-world elegance.—
Amy Tara Koch,
Robb Report,
29 Jan. 2026
Noun
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These delicious gummies support calmness and relaxation without the use of melatonin.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
26 Jan. 2026
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Morales and the other aquatic performers had to master the art of finding calmness and holding their breath for at least 45 seconds.—
Meredith Wilshere,
PEOPLE,
18 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The self-conscious aspiration to hipness here is unfortunate and decidedly not cool, but some may find such affectations quaint.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Jan. 2026
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Despite its hipness, the Calile felt soothing, with its chilled organic wines and linen robes and a palette of dusty rose, light oak, and matte gold that had an almost Xanax-like effect.—
Susan Casey,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Eighties-style court shoes also appeared at Baum und Pferdgarten, in a pale gray and lilac color palette typical of the era, and paired with matching tights.—
Amy O’Brien,
Vogue,
30 Jan. 2026
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Mike doesn’t know it yet but his life is about to become tied up with that of Lou (Mark Ruffalo), the old-school, Columbo-style cop on his trail, and Sharon (Halle Berry), an insurance broker with connections to some of the richest men in the world.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
29 Jan. 2026
Noun
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That’s especially true when there’s so much on-sale stylishness in Amazon’s discounted shoe department.—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
15 Jan. 2026
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Cove is much larger, with a more formal service style, but the exactitude is still there, the sense of stylishness, the obsession and the delight.—
Helen Rosner,
New Yorker,
11 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Lift your hips towards the ceiling, forming an upside-down V shape with your body.—
RikkiLynn Shields Hannigan,
Health,
31 Jan. 2026
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Try to get your hips at or below your knee height.—
Will Stone,
NPR,
31 Jan. 2026
Noun
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This recipe is best served warm, as the chocolate will start to set up as the hot chocolate cools, which won't be as delicious to drink.—
Heather Riske,
Better Homes & Gardens,
31 Jan. 2026
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Never losing your cool or your poise, but staying firm in your goals and your direction.—
Peter Larsen,
Oc Register,
28 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Coolness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coolness. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.
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