warm

adjective
UK: /wɔːm/
US: /wɔːrm/

  1. Slightly hot; having a temperature between cool and hot.

    1. The weather is warm today, so I'll wear a t-shirt. [ ] [ ]
    2. The warm sunshine felt good on my skin after the cold winter months. [ ] [ ]

  2. Friendly and kind; showing affection or sympathy.

    1. She has a warm smile that makes everyone feel welcome. [ ] [ ]
    2. I received a warm welcome from my colleagues when I joined the team. [ ] [ ]

  3. Providing a feeling of comfort and security.

    1. The warm blanket kept me cozy on the couch all night. [ ] [ ]
    2. They found a warm shelter during the winter's coldest days and nights. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

heat friendly hot fervor cordial
warm verb

  1. To become warm; to increase in temperature slightly.

    1. The soup will warm up quickly in the microwave. [ ] [ ]
    2. The engine needs time to warm up before driving at full speed. [ ] [ ]

  2. To make something warm.

    1. I'll warm the milk for the baby's bottle now. [ ] [ ]
    2. She warmed her hands by the fire after being outside in the cold. [ ] [ ]

  3. To become more enthusiastic or friendly.

    1. The audience began to warm to the comedian's jokes. [ ] [ ]
    2. It took a while, but she started to warm to the idea of moving. [ ] [ ]
warm noun

  1. The state of being warm; a moderate heat.

    1. I enjoy the warm of the sun on my skin. [ ] [ ]
    2. The dog appreciates the warm spot near the fireplace so much. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "warm" in English means: Slightly hot; having a temperature between cool and hot., Friendly and kind; showing affection or sympathy., Providing a feeling of comfort and security..

The phonetic transcription of "warm" is /wɔːm/ in British English and /wɔːrm/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "warm": heat, friendly, hot, fervor, cordial.

Example usage of "warm": "The weather is warm today, so I'll wear a t-shirt.". More examples on the page.