Warm Definition

warm
adverb
  1. in a warm manner; "warmly dressed"; "warm-clad skiers"
adjective
  1. having or producing a comfortable and agreeable degree of heat or imparting or maintaining heat; "a warm body"; "a warm room"; "a warm climate"; "a warm coat"
  2. psychologically warm; friendly and responsive; "a warm greeting"; "a warm personality"; "warm support"
  3. (color) inducing the impression of warmth; used especially of reds and oranges and yellows; "warm reds and yellows and orange"
  4. having or displaying warmth or affection; "affectionate children"; "a fond embrace"; "fond of his nephew"; "a tender glance"; "a warm embrace"
  5. freshly made or left; "a warm trail"; "the scent is warm"
  6. easily aroused or excited; "a quick temper"; "a warm temper"
  7. characterized by strong enthusiasm; "ardent revolutionaries"; "warm support"
  8. characterized by liveliness or excitement or disagreement; "a warm debate"
  9. uncomfortable because of possible danger or trouble; "made things warm for the bookies"
  10. of a seeker; near to the object sought; "you're getting warm"; "hot on the trail"
verb
  1. get warm or warmer; "The soup warmed slowly on the stove"
  2. make warm or warmer; "The blanket will warm you"

"Warm" in song lyrics

See how warm is used in real songs:

  • "And I have found sound will keep me warm"
    Aesop Rock — Same Space
  • "Ain't seen no fire or no brimstone, but at this time it is warm"
    Akir — Apocalypse
  • "Son still keeping you warm"
    Almighty f/ 60 Second Assassin — Dead Flowers

Usage tips for "warm"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "warm" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for warm to find words that pair well.

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