Definitions and Examples of colder, cooler
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Having a lower temperature than what is considered comfortable or warm.
Example
She put on a sweater because the room was getting colder.
Having a moderately low temperature that is refreshing or comfortable.
Example
He enjoyed the cooler weather in the mountains after spending weeks in the hot city.
Key Differences: colder vs cooler
- 1Colder describes a temperature that is lower than what is comfortable or warm.
- 2Cooler describes a temperature that is moderately low and refreshing or comfortable.
Effective Usage of colder, cooler
- 1Weather: Use colder to describe a drop in temperature, and cooler to describe a refreshing or comfortable temperature.
- 2Food and Drinks: Use cooler to describe a temperature that is lower than room temperature, but not too cold.
- 3Feelings and Emotions: Use colder to describe a feeling of detachment or unfriendliness.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of warmer are colder and cooler. Use colder to describe a temperature that is lower than what is comfortable or warm, and cooler to describe a refreshing or comfortable temperature. These words can also be used to describe feelings and emotions, as well as food and drinks.
