Synonyms for

Cooling

Verb / ˈku:lɪŋ / Another word for cooling — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

the process of making something cooler, or the state of becoming cooler

Synonyms & similar words

temperaturereduction cooloff heat chill chilling coolingsystem cooldown cool chilling freezing icing refrigerating frosting air-conditioning calming relaxing reassuring pacifying soothing settling quelling lulling placating appeasing tranquilizing cool-headed

Synonyms by register

Formal

refrigeration chilling tempering reduction

Informal

chill cooling down de-escalation

Literary

quelling assuaging calming

Antonyms

heating warming heating up intensifying escalating hottening

Common collocations

  • air cooling
  • water cooling
  • engine cooling
  • cooling system
  • cooling fan
  • cooling down
  • cooling effect
  • cooling breeze

Word family

noun cooling
verb cool
adjective cool
adverb coolly

Usage note

The word 'cooling' can refer to the process of reducing temperature, or metaphorically to a calming or lessening of intensity. Ensure context clarifies the intended meaning.

Example sentences

  1. The cooling system in the car keeps the engine from overheating.
  2. I like to put my drinks in the cooling box to keep them cold.
  3. The cooling sensation of the mint candy was refreshing.
  4. I am cooling off in the pool after playing under the sun all day.
  5. The cooling effect of the ice pack helped reduce the swelling.

Quotes

  • The cooling wind is like the breath of the universe, refreshing and invigorating.
  • The cooling rain is like nature's way of washing away our worries.
  • A cooling breeze can make even the hottest day seem bearable.

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