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Wordabulary

cool

Pronunciation
Adjective A1 Beginner

Quick answer

Slightly cold in a pleasant way, not hot and not freezing.

"A cool breeze came through the window on the summer evening."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

chilly

Antonyms

Usage notes

Informally, "cool" also means impressive or fashionable, as in "that's a cool jacket".

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "A _____ breeze came through the window on the summer evening."

Answer: cool

In your own words, what does "cool" mean?

Slightly cold in a pleasant way, not hot and not freezing.

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