warm

warm · adjective

imported

Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Having a moderate degree of heat.

  2. 2.

    Friendly and affectionate.

  3. 3.

    [as verb]To make or become warm.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    warm up — To prepare for exercise; to become friendlier.
  • •
    warm-hearted — Kind and sympathetic.

Related words

Antonyms: cold, cool
See also: cold, heat, hot
Synonyms: cozy, friendly, hot

Etymology

From Old English wearm, from Proto-Germanic warmaz.