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warm

/wɔːm/

When used as an adjective, "warm" is generally positive. For example, a "warm welcome" means someone is being friendly. Be careful not to confuse it with "hot." "Warm" describes a comfortable or moderate temperature, while "hot" often implies a very high temperature that might be uncomfortable or dangerous.

💬Casual Conversation

🎬Tuesday afternoon, David is in a high-stakes corporate meeting while Eleanor is at home.
Eleanor Smith

DAVID IS THE HOUSE TOO WARM OR AM I JUST LOSING IT

Eleanor Smith
David Smith
David Smith

Mom, I'm in a meeting. Just touch base with the thermostat.

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Eleanor uses all caps due to her lack of tech literacy. David uses the corporate buzzword 'touch base', incorrectly applying professional jargon to a simple domestic task (adjusting the temperature), which highlights his persona as a manager who over-uses business speak.

Meanings

adjective

Having or giving out a moderate degree of heat; not cold.

"A warm breeze blew from the south."

adjective

Showing enthusiasm, affection, or kindness.

"She gave me a warm welcome when I arrived."

verb (transitive)

To make someone or something warmer in temperature.

"I used a blanket to warm my frozen toes."

verb (intransitive)

To become warmer; to increase in temperature.

"The weather finally began to warm in late March."

Examples

It is finally getting warm outside today.

I just need a warm blanket and some tea.

God, your welcome was so warm, I actually felt home!

Just let the oven warm up for a few minutes.

Look, just warm your hands over the fire, okay?

The water is warm enough for the kids now.

I hope the weather starts to warm before our trip!

Could you please warm this soup up for me?

Wow, your smile is so warm, it's actually kind of intimidating.

I love how warm this sweater feels on my skin.

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