Coldness
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈkoʊldnəs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Coldness is a noun meaning The relative lack of heat.
Meaning
The relative lack of heat.
More Meanings
- The sensation resulting from exposure to low temperatures.
- Limited enthusiasm or affection; coolness.
- (physics) The reciprocal of absolute temperature.
Example Sentences
(article title) Coldness and Temperature.
The coldness is the reciprocal of absolute temperature.
(article title) The coldness, a universal function in thermoelastic bodies.
α is called the affinity, β the inverse temperature or coldness, and γ the free expansion coefficient.
Word Forms
- coldnesses
Synonyms for coldness
Depending on context, synonyms include frost, cold, frigidity, coolness.
Antonyms for coldness
Common opposites include heat, hotness.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include frigidity, coolness, grip, indifference, chilliness, chill.
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