cool
cool
kul
kool
British pronunciation
/kuːl/

Definition & Meaning of "cool"in English

01

having a pleasantly mild, low temperature

cold

cool definition and meaning
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She appreciated the cool interior of the museum on the hot day.
02

remaining calm and composed even in challenging situations

cool definition and meaning
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Despite the chaos, he remained cool, handling the situation with ease.
03

having an appealing quality

cool definition and meaning
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Her sense of style was so cool that everyone wanted to emulate her.
04

having tones that create a sense of calm or distance, often including shades of blue, green, or purple

cold

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The room was painted in cool blues and greens.
05

expressing approval or permission

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If you want to change the plan, that 's cool with me.
06

used as an intensifier to emphasize a significant amount, often in reference to money

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He earned a cool million dollars from the sale.
07

(of clothing) designed to keep the wearer comfortable and prevent overheating

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She wore a cool linen shirt on the hot summer day.
08

(of a musical note) played softly or with a relaxed style, often creating a smooth and laid-back atmosphere

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The guitarist strummed a cool note that set the tone for the song.
09

indicating a state of mutual understanding, acceptance, or reconciliation

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After our conversation, we ’re cool now.
to cool
01

to become less hot and slightly colder

Intransitive
to cool definition and meaning
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The evening breeze helps the temperature to cool.
02

to make something become less hot and slightly colder

Transitive: to cool sth
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He used a fan to cool his overheated laptop during a long gaming session.
03

to decrease in excitement or intensity

Intransitive
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At first, he was eager to join the club, but his enthusiasm cooled once he realized the commitment required.
04

to temper or ease intensity

Transitive: to cool intensity of something
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The teacher tried to cool the students' enthusiasm with a few serious words.
01

used to express approval, agreement, or acknowledgment

cool definition and meaning
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Cool, I did n't know you were into photography too.
Cool
01

a moderately low temperature

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The cool from the ocean was refreshing on a hot day.
02

a state of self-control or composure, particularly in stressful situations

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He lost his cool when the project fell behind schedule.
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