cool

/kˈuːl/

/ˈkuɫ/

[adjective] [verb] [noun]

cool

[ADJECTIVE]

having a temperature that is low but not cold, especially in a way that is enjoyable and pleasant

antonyms : warm

attractive, fashionable, etc. in a way that is liked by many

marked by calm self-control (especially in trying circumstances); unemotional

synonyms : coolheaded

nerveless

psychologically cool and unenthusiastic; unfriendly or unresponsive or showing dislike

antonyms : warm

inducing the impression of coolness; used especially of greens and blues and violets when referring to color

antonyms : warm

used to show agreement or approval of something

synonyms : all right

used of a quantity or amount (especially of money) for emphasis

to cool

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

to become less hot and slightly colder

synonyms : chill

cool down

antonyms : heat

to make something become less hot and slightly colder

synonyms : chill

cool down

antonyms : heat

lose intensity

synonyms : cool down

cool off

Cool

[NOUN]

the quality of being at a refreshingly low temperature

great coolness and composure under strain

synonyms : aplomb

assuredness

poise

sang-froid

Examples

1. The air conditioner cools the room quickly, even on the hottest days.

2. The open window let in a cool breeze.

3. The cool weather in the morning is perfect for jogging.

4. She appreciated the cool interior of the museum on the hot day.

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