cordiality

[ kawr-jal-i-tee, kawr-jee-al-or, especially British, -dee-al- ]

noun

, plural cor·dial·i·ties

1. cordial quality or feeling.

   Synonyms: heartiness, geniality, friendliness, warmth

2. an expression of cordial feeling.

cordiality

/ ˌkɔːdɪˈælɪtɪ /

noun

1. warmth of feeling

Other Words From

• uncor·diali·ty noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of cordiality¹

First recorded in 1590–1600; cordial + -ity

Example Sentences

At least they managed that cordiality.

From Los Angeles Times

As Samet navigates his final semester, winter giving way to summer, he holds his true intentions close to the vest, his outward signs of cordiality undercut by ugly outbursts when he feels betrayed.

From Los Angeles Times

Many such ties are now strained and may never return to their past cordiality.

From Los Angeles Times

Cordiality prevails, at least outwardly, when Rickard and Potter meet today.

From Los Angeles Times

That cordiality did not extend far beyond the dais: Mr. McCarthy’s allies claim that they do not have a functional bond, for which they blame Mr. Biden.

From New York Times

Related Words

• reciprocity
• sincerity