Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

lukewarm

adjective
/ˈluːk.wɔːrm/
Definition
Slightly warm; neither hot nor cold.
Examples
  • The coffee was lukewarm, lacking the warmth expected for a fresh brew.
  • She took a lukewarm shower after her workout.
  • The response to the idea was lukewarm, indicating it didn’t excite anyone.
Meaning
The term lukewarm describes a temperature that is moderately warm, often used to refer to liquids that are just above room temperature.
Synonyms
  • warm
  • tepid
  • moderate