warmth

noun

ˈwȯrm(p)th How to pronounce warmth (audio)
Definition of warmthnext
1
as in warmness
the quality or state of being moderate in temperature the cozy warmth of the inn's parlor was a welcome relief from the wintry weather outside

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2
as in intensity
depth of feeling I was surprised by the warmth of the greeting

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Recent Examples of warmth CorneaCare’s Self Heating Warm Compresses deliver instant warmth plus hydrated minerals aimed at dryness, fatigue, tearing and puffiness. — Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 12 Oct. 2026 El Niño is a climate pattern marked by unusual warmth in the central and eastern equatorial Pacific Ocean, and results in changes to the atmosphere that, typically, lead to above-average precipitation in Southern California. — Los Angeles Times, 11 Oct. 2026 The Unreal Blush Healthy Glow Stick and Beauty Light Wand brought warmth and radiance to the cheeks, with the Pillow Talk Soulmates Palette in Flawless Pink providing a soft flush. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 10 Oct. 2026 Symptoms usually affect one breast and can include discoloration, a persistent rash, swelling, warmth, skin that looks pitted like an orange peel and a nipple that turns inward, according to the National Cancer Institute. — ABC News, 9 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for warmth
Recent Examples of Synonyms for warmth
  1. warmness
  2. intensity
  3. glow
  4. enthusiasm
  5. emotion
  6. passion
  7. heat
Noun
  • There was always a warmness, there was always a laughter, there was always a family feel.
    — Kate Hogan, PEOPLE, 9 Apr. 2026
  • Even the language used in the show reflects the warmness of the local language.
    — Keyaira Boone, Essence, 13 Nov. 2025
Definition of warmness
Noun
  • Lee remembers the intensity with which Carleton wanted to be involved in that kind of work.
    — Allessandra DiCorato, STAT, 8 Oct. 2026
  • There is another band from the ’70s who in their own way are seen as the pinnacle of technical intensity, which is Steely Dan, who Jeff played with.
    — Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of intensity
Noun
  • Parents can put glow sticks, glow necklaces or reflective tape on their children’s costumes for better visibility.
    — Lina Ruiz October 9, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Oct. 2026
  • While the colorful glow of these two nebulae pull the eye toward the center of this photograph, they are surrounded by a majestic night sky landscape.
    — Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of glow
Noun
  • That’s on par with the level of enthusiasm expressed by Republicans and Democrats.
    — Julio Borquez, The Conversation, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Though expressing enthusiasm about his transfer destination, Louisville, Flory Bidunga spoke glowingly about his previous school, Kansas, during Tuesday’s ACC basketball media day event held in Charlotte, North Carolina.
    — Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of enthusiasm
Noun
  • Rituals is already active in the youth mental health space as cofounder of Super Chill, a program that uses playful mind and body exercises to help children recognize their emotions and develop mental resilience.
    — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Droog takes time to savor his accomplishments while also dealing with years of repressed emotions.
    — Dylan Green, Pitchfork, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of emotion
Noun
  • Volunteers Janice Maggiora and Donna Blink said McDaniel's passion for people inspires their own joyful giving.
    — Sharon Chin, CBS News, 8 Oct. 2026
  • This is the man who made the two-and-a-half-hour, stream-of-consciousness passion project Bardo (2022), after all, which several critics also found rather abrasive and self-indulgent.
    — Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of passion
Noun
  • Russia has used attacks on energy facilities in order to deny Ukrainian civilians power, heat and running water during the war, hoping to wear down public support for Ukraine's response to Moscow's full-scale invasion.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Hacking palm trees In blazing midday tropical heat, Katie Baur saws the trunk of a young coconut palm.
    — Lauren Sommer, NPR, 13 Oct. 2026
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