Tepid
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈtɛpɪd/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Tepid is an adjective meaning Lukewarm; neither warm nor cool.
Meaning
Lukewarm; neither warm nor cool.
More Meanings
- Uninterested; exhibiting little passion or eagerness; lukewarm.
Example Sentences
I'm drinking a cup of tepid water.
He gave me a tepid response to the proposal.
The erratic behaviour of Hariri now is largely explained by the fact that his best days may be behind him, given his long absences from the country for security reasons, his declining Saudi business interests, some local challenges to his tepid leadership in recent municipal elections, and his decline in stature in the eyes of his Saudi backers.
Synonyms for tepid
Depending on context, synonyms include lukewarm, warm, mild, balmy, uninterested, unconcerned.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include lukewarm, warm, weak, half-hearted, modest, soured.
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