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cordial

Adjective

IPA /ˈkɔːdɪəl/

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Warm and friendly in the way you speak or behave towards someone, helping an interaction feel pleasant and welcoming.

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cordial/ˈkɔːdɪəl/

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cordial — Warm and friendly in the way you speak or behave towards someone, helping an interaction feel pleasant and welcoming.

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Warm and friendly in the way you speak or behave towards someone, helping an interaction feel pleasant and welcoming.

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Word origin

From Medieval Latin cordialis, based on Latin cor, meaning heart.

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Cordially is the adverb; cordiality is a noun for warmth and friendliness.

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