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warmth

[ wawrmth ]

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noun

the quality or state of being warm; moderate or gentle heat.
the sensation of moderate heat.
liveliness of feelings, emotions, or sympathies; ardor or fervor; enthusiasm or zeal:
She spoke her mind with great warmth. There was warmth in his greeting and in his handshake.
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the quality of being intimate and attached:
All children need warmth and affection from their families.
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an effect of brightness, cheerfulness, coziness, etc., achieved by the use of warm colors:
The room has warmth since it was redecorated.
the means or ability to produce a sensation of heat:
a jacket with little warmth.
slight anger or irritation:
Her denial betrayed some warmth.

warmth

/ ��ɔː��θ /

noun

the state, quality, or sensation of being warm
intensity of emotion
he denied the accusation with some warmth
affection or cordiality

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Other Word Forms

�ɲ��ٳ�l�� adjective
�ɲ��ٳ�l��·ness noun

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Word History and Origins

Origin of warmth¹

First recorded in 1125–75, warmth is from the Middle English word wermth. See warm, -th ¹

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The Met Office says a brief spell of warmth at the end of April isn't a bad thing for wildlife - and there shouldn't be much impact on water sources such as ponds.

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But the sunshine and warmth that have taken its place?

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The key to adding warmth, she said, is the addition of Selens dark orange gel filters.

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Chili powders, red pepper flakes, chipotle in adobo, even jalapeño can all bring a slow-building warmth.

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At the same time, Mediterranean plants and ornamental grasses in a palette of soft greens, silvers and blues add warmth and elegance.

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Warm Springs warm the bench

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