Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tepid
Adjective
/ˈtɛpɪd/
Definition
Neither hot nor cold; lukewarm.
Examples
- The tepid water in the pool didn’t attract any swimmers.
- His tepid response to the proposal indicated his lack of interest.
- She served the tea when it was still tepid, disappointing her guests.
Meaning
Tepid is used to describe a temperature that is moderately warm, but not hot. It often refers to liquids that are slightly warm, and can also imply a lack of enthusiasm or passion in a broader context.
Synonyms
- lukewarm
- half-hearted
- warm
- mild
- unenthusiastic
