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
This full-zip sherpa jacket is a must purchase for travelers who put warmth at the top of their priority list when picking out outfits for an upcoming trip.
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Michelle Baricevic, Travel + Leisure, 7 Nov. 2025
Creating warmth, coziness, and tradition means layering in the personal touches — the kids’ ornaments, family photos, and holiday pillows — that make our home feel both nostalgic and uniquely ours.
—Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 7 Nov. 2025
Her laughter, warmth, and her very fine way of looking at life.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 7 Nov. 2025
In the mornings, sunlight streams in through the skylight overhead to bathe the place in warmth, while at sundown, the surrounding forests in Hunter invite you to tee up the outdoor fire pit and take it all in.
—Lori Keong, Architectural Digest, 6 Nov. 2025
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Michelle Baricevic, Travel + Leisure, 7 Nov. 2025
Creating warmth, coziness, and tradition means layering in the personal touches — the kids’ ornaments, family photos, and holiday pillows — that make our home feel both nostalgic and uniquely ours.
—Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 7 Nov. 2025
Her laughter, warmth, and her very fine way of looking at life.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 7 Nov. 2025
In the mornings, sunlight streams in through the skylight overhead to bathe the place in warmth, while at sundown, the surrounding forests in Hunter invite you to tee up the outdoor fire pit and take it all in.
—Lori Keong, Architectural Digest, 6 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for warmth
Noun
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Even the language used in the show reflects the warmness of the local language.—
Keyaira Boone,
Essence,
13 Nov. 2025
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There was always a warmness, there was always a laughter, there was always a family feel.—
Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
31 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Their weakness is an inability to maintain a consistent intensity throughout an entire game.—
Andy Jones,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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The country’s meteorological agency PAGASA upgraded the storm to a super typhoon on its intensity scale, recording maximum wind speeds of 185 kph (115 mph) and gusts of 230 kph (143 mph).—
Laura Sharman,
CNN Money,
8 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The sneakers come in 21 colors — but users can score them for 20 percent off in specific shades, including white and cielo blue, carnation and starlight glow, and droplet and druzy.—
Averi Baudler,
PEOPLE,
10 Jan. 2026
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Clean fireplace glass regularly to maintain its glow and prevent soot or haze from hardening over time.—
Katie Cloyd,
Martha Stewart,
10 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Pre-festival enthusiasm sagged compared to the inaugural year.—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Jan. 2026
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More energy and enthusiasm There were too many times in the first few months of the season when this team looked lethargic.—
Jonas Siegel,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The Carolina Panthers saw their season come to an end in a way that tugged on all sorts of emotions — after a game that was equal parts thrilling and blissful and heartbreaking.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Jan. 2026
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Videos of the incident have sparked widespread emotion and anger.—
Briseida Holguin,
CBS News,
11 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Eventually, his parents surrendered to his passion for figure skating.—
Marcus Thompson II,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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Collegial car vibes For many of the program’s students, the schooling offers a chance to professionalize their passion.—
Daniel Miller,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Jan. 2026
Noun
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There’s a new ceviche bar and a few new items, like a Bang Bang salmon that’s the perfect blend of mild heat and sweetness.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
6 Jan. 2026
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Although record-breaking heat and spring-like warmth dominated the first few days of the new year, cooler — but still warmer than normal —temperatures settled in to start the first work week of 2026.—
Mary Wasson,
Austin American Statesman,
6 Jan. 2026
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“Warmth.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/warmth. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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