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Definition of coldly

coldly

/ˈkoʊld.li/
cold · ly
Adjective:cold
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• adverb

1

In a manner lacking warmth, affection, sympathy, or friendliness; unemotionally or aloofly.

Example

"The director stared coldly at the panel before delivering his response."

2

With low physical temperature, or in a way that suggests or produces a sensation of chill.

Example

"The autumn rain fell coldly against the windowpanes all night."

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• Rhymes for coldly

• Nearby Words

coldheartedly
coldheartedness
coldish
coldly
coldness
colead
coleader

Word Origin & Etymology

From Old English 'caldlice', formed from the adjective 'cald' (cold) and the adverbial suffix '-lice' (-ly).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Coldly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/coldly
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