cordial

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: B2 — Upper-Intermediate

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun strong highly flavored sweet liquor usually drunk after a meal
  2. adjective diffusing warmth and friendliness
  3. adjective politely warm and friendly

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English cordial, from Old French cordial, from Medieval Latin cordiālis (“of the heart”), from cor (“heart”).

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Synonyms

liqueur

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