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luke·warm

lukewarm

 
pronunciation:
luk worm
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part of speech: adjective
definition 1: only slightly warm; tepid.
He washed the baby in lukewarm water.
synonyms:
tepid
antonyms:
cold, hot, icy
similar words:
warm
definition 2: showing little interest or enthusiasm.
He gave a lukewarm answer when I asked if he liked my new haircut.
synonyms:
halfhearted
antonyms:
enthusiastic
similar words:
indifferent, moderate, uninterested
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derivation: lukewarmly (adv.)