warmth

Noun
Synonyms: heatwarmheartednesswarmnesspassionaffectionatenessfondnesslovingness

WordNet 3.0

Noun (5)

  1. the sensation caused by heat energySynonyms: heat
  2. a warmhearted feelingSynonyms: warmheartedness
  3. the quality of having a moderate degree of heat“an agreeable warmth in the house”Synonyms: warmness
  4. the trait of being intensely emotionalSynonyms: heatpassion
  5. a quality proceeding from feelings of affection or loveSynonyms: affectionatenessfondnesslovingness
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Webster's Dictionary (GCIDE)

Warmth \Warmth\, n.

1.The quality or state of being warm; gentle heat; as, the warmth of the sun; the warmth of the blood; vital warmth. [1913 Webster]

Here kindly warmth their mounting juice ferments.— Addison.[1913 Webster]

2.A state of lively and excited interest; zeal; ardor; fervor; passion; enthusiasm; earnestness; as, the warmth of love or piety; he replied with much warmth. "Spiritual warmth, and holy fires." --Jer. Taylor. [1913 Webster]

That warmth . . . which agrees with Christian zeal.— Sprat.[1913 Webster]

3.(Paint.) The glowing effect which arises from the use of warm colors; hence, any similar appearance or effect in a painting, or work of color. [1913 Webster]

Syn: Zeal; ardor; fervor; fervency; heat; glow; earnestness; cordiality; animation; eagerness; excitement; vehemence. [1913 Webster]

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