coolness

• Nom décrivant l'état ou la qualité d'être cool ou frais, ce qui peut se rapporter à une confiance calme, à un froid modéré, à un sang-froid intrépide face au danger, ou à un manque d'enthousiasme.

A noun describing the state or quality of being cool, which can refer to calm self-assurance, moderate coldness, fearless composure in danger, or a lack of enthusiasm.

indénombrable

1. Calm and unruffled self-assuranceB2formal

   A state of being composed, relaxed, and in control of one's emotions, especially in stressful situations.

   sang-froid

   • She maintained her coolness throughout the intense negotiation.
   • His coolness under pressure impressed the entire team.
   • The pilot's coolness during the emergency saved many lives.

   Synonymesaplombcalmnesscomposureequanimitypoiseself-controlself-possessionserenity

   Antonymesagitationanxietydiscomposureexcitementflusternervousnessperturbationunease

2. Moderate coldnessB1formal

   The quality or state of being moderately cold, but not freezing.

   fraîcheur modérée

   • The coolness of the evening air was refreshing after the hot day.
   • He enjoyed the coolness of the shade under the large oak tree.
   • The water in the mountain stream had a pleasant coolness.

   Synonymeschillchillinesscoolcrispnessfreshness

   Antonymesheatwarmth

3. Fearless self-possessionC1formal

   A courageous and composed attitude when facing danger or a challenging situation.

   Sang-froid

   • The firefighter's coolness in the burning building was remarkable.
   • Her coolness in the face of the armed robber was astonishing.
   • The explorer's coolness during the storm kept the group calm.

   Synonymesaplombcalmnesscomposureequanimitynervepoisepresence of mindself-possession

   Antonymesanxietycowardicefearnervousnesspanictimidity

4. Lack of affection or enthusiasmB2formal

   A detached, indifferent, or unenthusiastic manner towards someone or something.

   froideur

   • There was a distinct coolness in his voice when he spoke to his rival.
   • She felt the coolness of her colleagues after the disagreement.
   • The audience's coolness towards the performance was evident.

   Synonymesaloofnessapathycoldnessdetachmentdisinterestfrigidityimpassivityindifferencereserveunconcern

   Antonymesardoreagernessenthusiasmfervorpassionwarmth