冷淡
cold; unfriendly; indifferent
Meanings
3 senses · 10 examplesadjective
quiet; slack; unprosperous
Used to describe a place, business, or period that lacks activity or customers.
Business on this street is very slow.
After the peak tourist season, the scenic area seems especially deserted.
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The market reaction was lukewarm, and sales were poor.
adjective
unenthusiastic; cold; indifferent; unfriendly
Used to describe a person's attitude, demeanor, or interpersonal feelings.
His attitude towards the new colleague is very cold.
She just gave a curt nod without saying another word.
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Don't talk to me in such an indifferent tone.
The relationship between this couple has become very distant.
verb
to cold-shoulder; to treat coldly; to give someone the cold shoulder
A causative verb meaning to intentionally treat someone with coldness or indifference.
He forced himself to speak cheerfully, afraid of giving his friend the cold shoulder.
She didn't want to cold-shoulder the guests, so she tried hard to be more welcoming.
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Answering like that will hurt his feelings and make him feel snubbed.