Lukewarm

usgb/ˌluːkˈwɔːrm/
adjective

Not hot, not cold, a little bit warm.

He washed his hands with lukewarm water.
Visual representation of "lukewarm" - Not hot, not cold, a little bit warm.

Often appears as...

  • lukewarm water
  • lukewarm reception
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Mild Temperature

Use 'lukewarm' to describe something that's slightly warm, without much heat.

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She prefers her tea lukewarm.
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No Extreme

'Lukewarm' indicates a middle-ground temperature, neither hot nor cold.

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After waiting, his coffee was just lukewarm.
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Neutral Context

Often used in settings where extremes are avoided, such as bathing or drinking.

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He tested the pool to make sure it was lukewarm.
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