tepidity

/'tepidnis/ Cách viết khác : (tepidity) /te'piditi/
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tepidity

The soup's tepidity made it pleasant to sip.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • The state or quality of being tepid; lukewarmness: "Tepidity" refers to a moderate warmth, specifically a temperature that is neither hot nor cold, often compared to the warmth of human skin.
    • (Figurative) Lack of enthusiasm or passion; indifference: In a metaphorical sense, "tepidity" describes a quality of being half-hearted, unenthusiastic, or showing little interest or zeal.
Usage and Examples
  • Literal (Temperature):
    • The tepidity of the bathwater was perfect for a relaxing soak.
    • He tested the milk's tepidity before giving it to the baby.
  • Figurative (Enthusiasm):
    • The audience's tepidity was evident from their polite but unenthusiastic applause.
    • Her tepidity towards the new project proposal concerned her manager.
Advanced Usage
  • "A state of tepidity": Used to emphasize a prolonged or inherent condition of being lukewarm.
    • The political debate was characterized by a state of tepidity, failing to ignite public passion.
  • "To regard with tepidity": To view or receive something with mild, unenthusiastic interest.
    • The innovative design was regarded with tepidity by the conservative committee.
Variants and Related Words
  • Tepid (adj): Moderately warm; lukewarm. Also, showing little enthusiasm.
    • The tea was tepid and unpleasant to drink.
    • He gave a tepid response to the exciting news.
  • Tepidly (adv): In a lukewarm or unenthusiastic manner.
    • The reform was tepidly supported by the board members.
  • Lukewarmness (n): A direct synonym for the temperature-related meaning of tepidity.
Synonyms
  • Lukewarmness: Mild warmth; lack of ardor.
  • Indifference: Lack of interest, concern, or sympathy.
  • Half-heartedness: Without enthusiasm or energy.
Antonyms
  • Ardor: Great enthusiasm or passion.
  • Fervor: Intense and passionate feeling.
  • Heat: High temperature; intensity of feeling.
Related Phrases and Idioms
  • A tepid reception: A lukewarm or unenthusiastic welcome or response.
    • The new policy met with a tepid reception from the staff.
  • Tepid support: Weak, unenthusiastic backing.
    • The candidate's campaign suffered from tepid support in the polls.
tepidity

The soup's tepidity made it pleasant to sip.

Noun
  1. a warmness resembling the temperature of the skin

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