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Meaning of coldly
The primary meaning of "coldly" is to do something without emotion or feeling, often in a way that seems unkind or unfriendly.
Etymology of coldly
The word "coldly" comes from the Old English word "ceald" meaning cold, and the adverbial suffix "-ly" which forms an adverb
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe something done without warmth or emotion
Synonyms
frostily
chillingly
icily
frigidly
glacially
aloofly
distantly
remotely
reservedly
coolly
calmly
impassively
unmovedly
unemotionally
detachedly
indifferently
unfeelingly
unsympathetically
heartlessly
brutally
harshly
ruthlessly
mercilessly
pitilessly
unkindly
cruelly
mercilessly
callously
insensitively
tactlessly
bluntly
curtly
shortly
brusquely
gruffly
roughly
coarsely
bluntly
sharply
bitingly
caustically
acidly
bitterly
sourly
acrimoniously
hostilely
aggressively
belligerently
confrontationally
truculently
pugnaciously
contentiously
disputatiously
argumentatively
bellicosely
combatively
aggressively
Definitions
- In a way that shows no emotion or feeling, often in a way that seems unkind or unfriendly
- * In a way that is unenthusiastic or uninterested
- * In a way that is deliberately unfriendly or uncooperative
Usage Examples
- She spoke coldly to her former friend, showing no emotion or regret
- * He treated his employees coldly, never showing appreciation or kindness
- * The teacher looked at the student coldly, her expression unyielding and unforgiving
Antonyms
warmly
kindly
gently
softly
sympathetically
empathetically
compassionately
warmly
kindly
genially
affably
amiably
cordially
hospitably
graciously
politely
courteously
considerately
thoughtfully
tactfully
sensitively
warmly
fondly
lovingly
tenderly
carefully
delicately
subtly
mildly
temperately
moderately
calmly
peacefully
serenely
tranquilly