cordiality

/ˌkɔːdiˈæləti/ (bre, ipa) · /ˌkɔːrdʒiˈæləti/ (ame, ipa) · /ˌkȯr-jē-ˈa-lə-tē kȯr-ˈja- also kȯr-ˈdya-/ (ame, mw)

cordiality — noun

1. A manner of interacting that is both warm and properly polite, especially in pro

1.名詞C1
釋義

A manner of interacting that is both warm and properly polite, especially in professional or official situations where people do not know each other well.

例句

The mayor welcomed the international guests with remarkable cordiality.

with + [adjective] + cordiality — adverb-preposition pattern

Deepa appreciated the cordiality shown by the host committee during her visit to Taipei.

同義詞
  • warmth

    more personal and emotionally open; lacks the formal distance implied by cordiality

  • friendliness

    less formal; can describe casual as well as professional interactions

  • affability

    similar formal register, but emphasises approachability and ease of manner

  • geniality

    similar register, focuses on cheerfulness and good nature

反義詞
  • coldness

    absence of warmth; distant and unfriendly behaviour

  • hostility

    strongly unfriendly or aggressive behaviour, not merely formal

  • brusqueness

    abrupt and short manner, lacking polite warmth

用法筆記

Typically used as an uncountable noun. Describes polite warmth in formal or unfamiliar relationships — business, diplomacy, official events. Contrast with warmth (which is more personal and emotionally close) or friendliness (which is less formal and can apply to casual situations).

常見錯誤

❌My best friend and I share a deep cordiality.
✅My best friend and I share a deep bond.
💡cordiality implies polite warmth in formal or unfamiliar relationships, not in close friendships.
❌The cordiality between the two sisters was obvious.
✅The warmth between the two sisters was obvious.
💡use 'warmth' for close personal bonds; cordiality suits professional or formal social relationships.