unwarm
Not quite cold
Unwarm describes something lacking warmth—cool or cold, whether literally or figuratively.
A room can be unwarm, but so can a reception or a smile.
The word is uncommon, typically appearing in literary contexts where the writer wants something softer than *cold* but more pointed than *cool*: The unwarm greeting made clear she hadn't forgiven him.
Mildly warm, lacking intensity
- lukewarmMildly warm temperature
- room-temperatureStandard indoor conditions
- coolishMildly chilly
- unheatedNot given warmth
Low temperature state
- aloofEmotionally withdrawn, uninviting
- distantFar away or aloof
- standoffishUnfriendly in manner
- reservedRestrained in manner
inhospitable · unwelcoming · frosty · glacial · frigid · cool · chilly · detached
Mildly warm temperature
- half-heartedLacking sincerity or zeal
- tepidMildly warm, lacking intensity
- indifferentLacking interest or concern
- coolCalm or fashionable
apathetic · unenthusiastic · noncommittal · ambivalent · dispassionate · unmoved · unconcerned · blasé
tepid
Mildly warm, lacking intensity
- lukewarmMildly warm temperature
- room-temperatureStandard indoor conditions
- coolishMildly chilly
unheated · temperate · moderate · mild · ambient · neutral · unchilled
cold
Low temperature state
- aloofEmotionally withdrawn, uninviting
- distantFar away or aloof
- standoffishUnfriendly in manner
reserved · inhospitable · unwelcoming · frosty · glacial · frigid · cool · chilly · detached · unapproachable
lukewarm
Mildly warm temperature
- half-heartedLacking sincerity or zeal
- tepidMildly warm, lacking intensity
- indifferentLacking interest or concern
cool · apathetic · unenthusiastic · noncommittal · ambivalent · dispassionate · unmoved · unconcerned · blasé · passionless
cool
Calm or fashionable
fresh · raw · bracing · nip · sharp · snappy · parky · coolish · drafty · airy
unwarmwarm
Moderately heated, or friendly
warmhearted · friendly · affectionate · welcoming · warm-hearted