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ci
ness
Plural
icinesses
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a cold, distant, or unfriendly manner characterized by a lack of warmth or emotion
- Despite her attempts at friendliness, there was an underlying iciness in her demeanor that made others feel uncomfortable.
- His iciness towards his colleagues was evident in his curt responses and avoidance of social interactions.
- The iciness in his manner suggested that he was not interested in further conversation or connection.
- She was taken aback by the iciness of his reception, expecting a warmer welcome from an old friend.
- Despite the tension between them, she tried to break through his iciness with kindness and understanding.