lukewarm
/ˌluːkˈwɔːm/ · /ˌluːkˈwɔːrm/
CEFR level C1Topic Daily lifeWord #6413 in the learning path
微温的；不冷不热的
Definitions
adj. Only slightly warm, sometimes cooler than desired.
微温的；不冷不热的
adj. Showing little enthusiasm or support.
冷淡的；不热心的
Example
My soup was lukewarm by the time I sat down.
等我坐下时，汤已经不怎么热了。
The proposal received a lukewarm response from residents, who doubted whether it would improve public transport.
居民对这项提议反应冷淡，怀疑它能否改善公共交通。
Collocations
- lukewarm water
- lukewarm response
- lukewarm support
Word family
- lukewarmness (n.)
Synonyms
- tepid
Antonyms
- hot
- enthusiastic
Usage tip
既可形容温度微温，也可形容态度冷淡。
FAQ
- What does lukewarm mean?
- Only slightly warm, sometimes cooler than desired. Showing little enthusiasm or support.
- How is lukewarm pronounced?
- UK /ˌluːkˈwɔːm/, US /ˌluːkˈwɔːrm/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
