noun
coolness
KOOL-nuhs
noun
1
A mildly low temperature.
"She enjoyed the coolness of the shade under the tree."
2
Calmness or composure, especially under pressure.
"His coolness during the crisis reassured the whole team."
3
A distant or unfriendly atmosphere between people.
"There's been a noticeable coolness between them since the argument."
How to Use Coolness
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMild coldness, calm composure, or a chilly, unfriendly vibe between people — the meaning depends on context.
Common pairings
a certain coolness
coolness under pressure
Word Forms
coolnesses plural
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