Definition

To increase in temperature or to become more friendly or enthusiastic.

Example

The audience began to warm to her speech as she shared her personal story.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I really enjoyed that movie; I could feel the audience warm up to the characters.

Yeah, it had a great vibe as it went along!

I think it helped that the story was so relatable.

Definitely! By the end, I was warm and fuzzy inside.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A comfortable or pleasant temperature that is not too hot or too cold.

Example

The sun created a warm atmosphere in the garden.

Conversation

It's getting pretty chilly outside, isn't it?

Yeah, I could really use a warm drink right about now.

What do you think about heading to that new café for some hot chocolate?

Definition

To make something warmer or to increase its temperature.

Example

She warmed the soup before serving it to her guests.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Can you help me warm up the soup for dinner?

Sure! It’ll only take a minute to heat it up.

Thanks! I always forget how to warm it properly.

Root Explanation

The word 'warm' originates from Old English 'warme', meaning having a moderate degree of heat. It is related to the Proto-Germanic '*warmaz', which also means warm or hot. The word describes a state of being that is comfortably heated.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old English word 'warme' which means having heat — this helps you remember that 'warm' refers to a comfortable level of heat.

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