Coldness refers to a lack of warmth or comfort, often associated with emotional distance or unfriendliness. It can also refer to low temperatures, as in being cold.
Usage examples
The coldness of the winter air enveloped me as I stepped outside.
Her words were filled with coldness as she delivered the news.
The coldness of their handshake indicated a lack of warmth or friendliness.
I could sense a certain coldness in his eyes, making me uncomfortable.
The coldness between the two brothers was palpable, causing tension in the room.
Despite the warm clothing, I couldn't escape the coldness of the icy wind.
The coldness in their relationship had been growing for years, leading to their eventual separation.
The coldness of the stainless steel countertop made it unpleasant to work with during the winter months.
With a coldness in his voice, he dismissed my concerns and refused to listen.
After the argument, there was a lingering coldness in the air, making it hard to recover the previous warmth in the room.
Almighty God, from whom every good prayer cometh, and who pourest out on all who desire it the spirit of grace and supplication; deliver us, when we draw nigh to thee, from coldness of heart and wanderings of mind, that with steadfast thoughts and kindled affections we may worship thee in spirit and in truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord. (religion-online.org)