Temperature

usgb/ˈtemprətʃər,ˈtemprətʃʊr/
noun

The amount of heat present in a person, place, or thing.

The temperature in the room is quite comfortable
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Often appears as...

  • raise the temperature
  • lower the temperature
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Context Matters

Temperature can refer to general warmth in various settings, not just weather.

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The temperature of the pool was just right.
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Subjective Perception

What feels like a comfortable temperature can vary from person to person.

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I like a warm room temperature, whereas my brother prefers it cooler.
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Ambient Influence

Ambient temperature affects the feeling inside a place without any heating or cooling.

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The ambient temperature makes it necessary to wear a sweater indoors.
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