1
as in warm
having or showing kindly feeling and sincere interest
a cordial inquiry about her mother's health
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2
as in gracious
showing a natural kindness and courtesy especially in social situations
a cordial hostess who makes sure everyone is comfortable
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as in refreshing
having a renewing effect on the state of the body or mind
he insisted that a cordial nip of brandy would be just the thing for someone suffering from shock
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as in tonic
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Recent Examples of cordial
Ashlyn Ware,
Midwest Living,
20 June 2026
Long was clearly on cordial terms with the universe.
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Benjamin Svetkey,
HollywoodReporter,
18 June 2026
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
9 Apr. 2025
The cordial is made with fresh dill, citrus, sugar and water, and then blended and strained before it’s eventually shaken with vodka, lemon juice and rich simple syrup.
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Kevin Gray,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
The base of this simple mocktail is a homemade ginger-lime cordial that's brightly flavored and not too sweet.
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Ashlyn Ware,
Midwest Living,
20 June 2026
Long was clearly on cordial terms with the universe.
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Benjamin Svetkey,
HollywoodReporter,
18 June 2026
Noun
And because Leonessa takes cues from Italy, expect a rotating menu of complimentary aperitivo-style snacks and a cocktail list full of spritzes, bitters, martinis, plus plenty of amari, vermouth, and cordials.
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Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
9 Apr. 2025
The cordial is made with fresh dill, citrus, sugar and water, and then blended and strained before it’s eventually shaken with vodka, lemon juice and rich simple syrup.
—
Kevin Gray,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cordial
Adjective
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Goodson explains that pomegranates thrive in warm climates and are widely enjoyed around the world.
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Mallorca In fall, the crowds in Mallorca dissipate, the sea stays warm, and the impossible restaurant reservation opens up.
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Thanks to a gracious group of Team Algeria soccer supporters, the city of Lawrence will forever have a reminder of its role in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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The axe came down swiftly and brutally, but, speaking candidly, Geoff Daniels, PBS’ Vice President, Programming & Development, was gracious about it, thanking the audience of mostly media industry people for their camaraderie.
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Ahead, everything to know about this beachside favorite, along with refreshing ways to style this timeless look all summer long.
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The arils are deep ruby-red in color and have a sweet yet slightly tart flavor that many people find refreshing.
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Classics like a white Russian, a Revolver, or an espresso tonic can all be made with decaf espresso liqueur—any cocktail recipe that uses espresso liqueur is suitable for this swap.
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The vermouth’s herbal notes blend with the bitter tonic for a refreshing way to whet the palate before a meal.
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Prior to the game, both players said Sutter Health Park had lived up to its reputation as a hitter-friendly ballpark.
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Alarmed by an avalanche of high-density development projects prompted by a developer-friendly state law, Miami commissioners have ordered the city attorney to look into challenging the controversial legislation.
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Though like The-Witch-the-movie, this strange, jarring delight is concerned with the fate of older women in un-hospitable climes.
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Skunks would rather put up with the strong scent of mothballs than leave a hospitable environment, making mothballs totally ineffective against skunks.
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But George played just 41 games in the 2024-25 season and 37 last season, when he was suspended for 25 games late in the regular season for violating the league’s drug policy.
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The drugs typically range in cost from $2,000 to $3,500 for a 30-day supply.
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The leading causes of death have changed dramatically since America's founding 250 years ago, highlighting how far medicine has come.
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The findings have not yet been peer-reviewed, but scientists say the work represents an important step toward understanding the basic building blocks of life and developing new technologies that could one day be used in medicine.
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“Cordial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cordial. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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