warmth

noun

ˈwȯrm(p)th 

1

: the quality or state of being warm in temperature

2

: the quality or state of being warm in feeling

a child needing human warmth and family life

3

: a glowing effect produced by the use of warm colors

Synonyms

• lukewarmness
• tepidity
• tepidness
• warmness

Examples of warmth in a Sentence

I could feel the warmth of the fireplace.

She enjoyed the warmth of their praise.

They possessed a graciousness and warmth that put their guests at ease.

Recent Examples on the Web

Thermal underwear or layers of clothing should be considered for warmth. —Deanese Williams-Harris, Chicago Tribune, 20 Feb. 2025

Highlight moments of perseverance to inspire resilience in your team. Use humor and warmth to make your stories more engaging. —Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2025

The record arrives alongside a lyric video that finds the singer lounging around the studio, willing herself to accept the warmth of a relationship without looking over her shoulder for whatever unfortunate truths might derail it. —Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 20 Feb. 2025

There are no stark lectures, just a relatable warmth to help viewers retain healthy tips and learn something new, including how 45 percent of women over the age of 20 have cardiovascular disease and are unaware of it. —Keyaira Boone, Essence, 19 Feb. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

warmth

noun

ˈwȯ(ə)rm(p)th 

1

: the quality or state of being warm in temperature

2

a

: the quality or state of being warm in feeling

enjoyed the warmth of their praise

b

: a glowing effect produced by the use of warm colors