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coolness

 
Dictionary: Cool·ness

n.

1. The state of being cool; a moderate degree of cold; a moderate degree, or a want, of passion; want of ardor, zeal, or affection; calmness.

2. Calm impudence; self-possession. [Colloq.]


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The noun has 4 meanings:

Meaning #1: the property of being moderately cold
  Synonym: chilliness

Meaning #2: calm and unruffled self-assurance
  Synonyms: imperturbability, imperturbableness

Meaning #3: fearless self-possession in the face of danger
  Synonym: nervelessness

Meaning #4: a lack of affection or enthusiasm
  Synonyms: coldness, frigidity


 
 
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