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frigidity Synonyms
Another word for frigidity
Choosing another word for frigidity depends on context, so the 11 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
The state or quality of being intensely cold in temperature.
Usage Example
"The explorers were unprepared for the extreme frigidness of the Arctic winter."
Strongest
frigidness
coldness
iciness
Strong
gelidity
frostiness
chilliness
• noun (Context 2)
A lack of emotional warmth, affection, or friendliness in manner or behavior; emotional aloofness.
Usage Example
"The diplomat's polite but unmistakable coldness made negotiations tense and unproductive."
Strongest
coldness
aloofness
Strong
iciness
standoffishness
unfriendliness
detachment
• noun (Context 3)
Persistent lack of sexual desire or responsiveness, especially in a woman (now considered dated and often offensive in clinical use).
Usage Example
"Mid-century medical textbooks frequently grouped various female sexual dysfunctions under the broad label of frigidness."
Strongest
frigidness
Strong
unresponsiveness
Opposites of frigidity
The opposite of frigidity shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
warmth
heat
cordiality
torridity
affection
friendliness
passion
amorousness
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Frigidity. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/frigidity