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Warmly

Verb / ˈwɔ:rmli: / Another word for warmly — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

in a warm manner; with warmth.

Synonyms & similar words

cordially heartily warm cordially friendly heartily kindly amiable genially sincerely affectionately fondly tenderly receptively welcomingly hearty warm enthusiastically passionately ardently animatedly vividly zealously

Synonyms by register

Formal

cordially amicably enthusiastically genuinely

Informal

friendly nicely cheerfully happily

Literary

ardently fervently glowingly

Antonyms

coldly coolly indifferently unfriendly hostile aloof

Common collocations

  • greet warmly
  • welcome warmly
  • thank warmly
  • say warmly
  • respond warmly
  • embrace warmly
  • receive warmly

Word family

noun warmth
verb warm
adjective warm

Usage note

Warmly is an adverb describing an action done with enthusiasm and friendliness. It is often used to describe greetings or expressions of gratitude.

Example sentences

  1. The sun shone warmly on the beach.
  2. The teacher welcomed the students warmly into the classroom.
  3. The hot cocoa was served warmly on the cold winter evening.
  4. The puppy cuddled up warmly in its blanket.
  5. The family hugged each other warmly during the reunion.

Quotes

  • A warm smile is the universal language of kindness. - William Arthur Ward
  • A warm heart is the universal key to all doors. - Roy T. Bennett
  • A warm house does not always depend on its heating apparatus. - Samuel Taylor Coleridge

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