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

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.
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Meerkats' cooperation efforts include huddling together for warmth and standing to serve as a safety lookout for the group. Allison Futterman, Discover Magazine, 6 Nov. 2024 The most enjoyable feature in my opinion was its weight: the coat was light on the shoulders despite being constructed for warmth in double-faced wool. Madeline Fass, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2024 Ingredients: 2 oz Mine Hill Distillery Gin Premium Tonic Water 0.25 oz Toasted Walnut and Spiced Nutmeg Syrup (optional, for added warmth) Directions: Fill a glass with ice, add the gin, and top with tonic water. Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024 Highly durable and stretchy, the pants have a lightweight construction and relaxed fit that's fortified with the brand's soft fleece lining for extra warmth. Michelle Tchea, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for warmth 

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of warmth was in the 13th century

Cite this Entry

“Warmth.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/warmth. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

warmth

noun
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

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