cordial
/ˈkɔː.dɪ.əl/
Group 9Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- Warm and friendly GRE
Example in Context
Despite their well-known policy disagreements, the two leaders maintained a cordial relationship that facilitated behind-the-scenes negotiations.
Synonyms
warmfriendlywelcoming
Etymology
From Latin, meaning warm-hearted or friendly.
- cor (Latin) — heart
Memory Aid
❤️Sounds like “core deal”
A CORDIAL handshake is the CORE DEAL of friendship — it warms the heart!
Visual Association
🌞Two people embracing warmly in bright sunlight, radiating friendliness.
Semantic Clusters
Synonym Groups
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “cordial” mean on the GRE?
cordial (adjective) means “Warm and friendly”. Despite their well-known policy disagreements, the two leaders maintained a cordial relationship that facilitated behind-the-scenes negotiations.
How to remember “cordial” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “cordial” sounds like “core deal”. A CORDIAL handshake is the CORE DEAL of friendship — it warms the heart!
What are synonyms for “cordial”?
Common synonyms: warm, friendly, welcoming.