| 释义 |
warmth
\ˈwȯ(ə)rm(p)th, ˈwȯ(ə)m-\ noun
(-s)
Etymology: Middle English wermth; akin to Middle High German wermede warmth, Old English wearm warm — more at warm
1. : the quality or state of being warm in temperature : gentle heat
< the warmth of the sun >
< a snug, cosy warmth enveloped him — O.E.Rölvaag >
2. : the quality or state of being warm in feeling : emotional intensity (as passion, enthusiasm, irritation, anger, or love)
< the warmth of his reception >
< in the warmth of debate >
3. : a glowing effect such as is produced by the use of warm colors |