Word Comparison

Cold

vs

Cool

/kɔʊld/·/kuːl/

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Quite different — distinct meanings

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Cold

adjective

(of a thing) Having a low temperature.

Also: (of the weather) Causing the air to be cold.

Cool

noun

A moderate or refreshing state of cold; moderate temperature of the air between hot and cold; coolness.

Also: A calm temperament.

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