uncordial

adjective

Definition of uncordialnext
as in icy
lacking in friendliness or warmth of feeling extended a correct but decidedly uncordial welcome to the other nation's diplomats at the peace negotiations

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for uncordial
  1. icy
  2. cold
  3. chilly
  4. frigid
  5. cool
  6. reserved
  7. chill
  8. brittle
Adjective
  • Only the director is clearly visible, with co-director Szor serving as cinematographer along with an unnamed camera crew, capturing 24 difficult conversations in front of nighttime cityscapes that have the icy feel of a Michael Mann movie.
    — Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 10 Sep. 2026
  • The temperature might be warmer for the rematch but the reception might be just as icy.
    — Elliott Teaford, Oc Register, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of icy
Adjective
  • New England had a 3rd-and-1 close to midfield, but its rush attempt was stopped cold and the Patriots punted.
    — Andrew Greif, NBC news, 10 Sep. 2026
  • These days still call for cold drinks and as little clothing as is practicable.
    — Brenda Looper, Arkansas Online, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of cold
Adjective
  • The Vuori Women’s Sedona Pullover Hoodie is cropped and crafted from super-soft French terry, while the Vuori Women’s Alltheform Fitness Jacket is the perfect moisture-wicking layer for chilly morning runs.
    — Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 3 Sep. 2026
  • The thick knit has rib detailing throughout the sweater, and the material is breathable to work for chilly days and nights.
    — Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of chilly
Adjective
  • Consider using an anti-desiccant spray in the early spring, which adds a protective waxy layer to the leaves that helps reduce temperature loss during frigid, dry weather.
    — The Spruce, The Spruce, 8 Sep. 2026
  • On a planet where the temperature can top 800 degrees, the poles are frigid with deep, permanently shadowed craters packed with ice.
    — Marcia Dunn, Los Angeles Times, 6 Sep. 2026
Definition of frigid
Adjective
  • The Lightblaze Sneakers are functional and cool, combining responsive support with trending details, including suede, animal print, and metallic accents.
    — Kaelin Dodge, InStyle, 6 Sep. 2026
  • Rather markets sending yields lower to account for a slower economy and cooler inflation, yields have marched higher.
    — Jason Ma, Fortune, 6 Sep. 2026
Definition of cool
Adjective
  • Spread the jam evenly over the warm shortbread crust, then sprinkle crumbles of the reserved shortbread mixture over the top, completely covering the jam.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Not only are there no corporate suites in Armstrong, but the upper sections are full of non-reserved seating open to folks who purchased general admission grounds passes, which Tiafoe mentioned.
    — Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of reserved
Adjective
  • Judd’s furniture asks you to admire it; Heilmann’s asks you to sit down and chill.
    — Jerry Saltz, Vulture, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Older age statements, barrel-strength bottlings, non-chill filtration, single barrels, micro-batches and distinctive packaging led to sustained success in export markets like Japan and Europe.
    — Chris Perugini, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of chill
Adjective
  • That converts execution from brittle screen-scraping into a clean engineering problem.
    — Oleg Nesterov, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Ever Pure Thickening Sulfate-Free Shampoo is for everyone, but especially for those who would describe their hair as thin, brittle, weak, prone to breakage, and slow to grow.
    — Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of brittle
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“Uncordial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uncordial. Accessed 13 Sep. 2026.

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